Manufacturing Operative – Rotating Day and Night Shifts

Location: Ossett, West Yorkshire
Pay: £15.24 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Shift Pattern: Monday and Tuesday days, followed by Thursday and Friday nights
Shift Hours: 12-hour shifts, 6:00am–6:00pm and 6:00pm–6:00am

Manufacturing Operatives Wanted

Aqumen Recruitment is recruiting Manufacturing Operatives on behalf of a well-established food ingredients manufacturer based in Ossett.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive production environment, manufacturing and packing high-quality food ingredient products to clearly defined specifications.

The role is hands-on and fast-paced, with a strong focus on safety, hygiene, quality and teamwork. You must be able to commit to the rotating 12-hour shift pattern and be willing to work across different areas of the production department when required.

Full training will be provided where appropriate.

Shift Pattern

The rotating shift pattern consists of:

• Monday and Tuesday: day shifts, 6:00am–6:00pm
• Thursday and Friday: night shifts, 6:00pm–6:00am
• £15.24 per hour

Key Responsibilities

As a Manufacturing Operative, you will:

• Manufacture and pack food ingredient products in line with written specifications.
• Set up, operate and monitor production lines, machinery and associated equipment.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice, HACCP, hygiene, quality and product-protection procedures.
• Check that raw materials are approved and suitable for use.
• Weigh, label, handle and store ingredients and materials correctly.
• Complete production, quality and traceability records accurately.
• Monitor production rates and report delays, faults or quality issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe and hygienic working environment.
• Support production output, efficiency, quality and waste-reduction targets.
• Complete clear and effective handovers between shifts.
• Assist with stock counts and other operational duties when required.
• Operate equipment safely, including forklift trucks where trained and authorised.
• Attend any training required to maintain compliance and improve performance.

About You

The successful candidate will be:

• Reliable, punctual and committed to the agreed shift pattern.
• Comfortable working rotating 12-hour day and night shifts.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Focused on safety, food quality, hygiene and accurate record-keeping.
• Able to follow written procedures and production specifications.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Flexible and willing to work across different production areas.
• Confident using machinery after receiving appropriate training.
• Motivated to achieve production targets while maintaining high standards.

Previous experience in manufacturing, food production, warehousing or machine operation would be beneficial, although training may be provided for suitable candidates.

Why Apply Through Aqumen Recruitment?

Aqumen Recruitment provides a professional and supportive recruitment experience, including clear information about the role, shift pattern and application process, as well as ongoing support throughout your assignment.

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Applicants must be able to commit to the rotating day and night shift pattern before applying.

Aqumen Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.