Production Operative Powder

Macphie Limited; Glenbervie, Glasgow, West Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food ingredient manufacturer based in Glenbervie seeks a dedicated team member for production and packaging roles. Responsibilities include ensuring product quality, operating packaging equipment, and meeting strict hygiene and safety standards. The position requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work flexible shifts. Benefits include 32 days of leave, a profit-related pay scheme, and ongoing employee wellness programs. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 32 days

Profit-Related Pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free fruit

Further education scheme

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and a passion for quality.
• Available to work in a dynamic work environment.
• Complying with hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Transfer and package products accurately.
• Ensure food safety and quality compliance.
• Operate equipment for storing and packaging.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Operational efficiency

Job description

Overview

Join our Team at Macphie. We are an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer located in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire, with sites in Glasgow and the Midlands as well. We specialise in sauces, bakery creations, ice‑cream toppings, plant‑based and gluten‑free offerings, and partner with leading food brands.

About The Role

Your responsibilities will include transferring and packaging products accurately, adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety while working efficiently to meet production targets. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for quality, and thrive in a dynamic work environment, we would love for you to be part of our committed team.

Working shift pattern is a rotation of early and late shifts on a weekly basis.

Requirements

Health & Safety

• Work safely at all times in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, procedures, practices, and legislation.
• Identify and report any discrepancies in materials, machinery, or final products to the Team Leader.
• Ensure all food safety, legality, and quality requirements are consistently met.

Hygiene & Sanitation

• Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation standards, following cleaning schedules and implementing the factory's clean as you go policy.
• Carry out cleaning schedules in the production and packaging area, maintaining a high standard of hygiene/sanitation and audit readiness.

Production & Packaging

• Prepare packaging materials, ensuring correct labeling, coding, and container specifications.
• Operate equipment to store, feed, mix, blend, extrude, and package food products while maintaining high standards of manufacturing practice.
• Conduct inspection, packing, and metal detection processes, ensuring product quality and compliance with weight control standards.
• Palletise, wrap, and label finished goods as required.

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately complete all relevant process and food safety documentation.
• Carry out any additional duties as assigned by Production Management.

Team Support & Flexibility

• Provide support in other departments when required, including during holiday and absence cover.

Other Duties

• Carry out any reasonable duties as requested by the Shift Manager / Team Lead.

Benefits

• Annual Leave: 23 days plus 9 public holidays, for a total of 32 days.
• Profit‑Related Pay (PRP): conditional PRP aligning with company performance.
• Pension Perks: 5% employee contribution matched with a 3% employer contribution.
• Health and Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, 24/7 GP line, cycle‑to‑work scheme, Leisure Subsidy Scheme, free fruit.
• Eco‑Friendly Commute: electric car charging stations and free parking.
• Lifelong Learning: company further education scheme.
• Family First: enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Exclusive Benefits: education bursary via employee trust, Funeral Concierge service.
• Beyond Probation: after the initial three‑month probation, access to Health cash plan, permanent health insurance, and 3 x death‑in‑service life assurance.

Additional Information

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this position. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.

Closing Date

Sunday 1st February 2026