Retail Key Operative

New England Seafood; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A seafood production company located in Grimsby is seeking a Retail – Production Key Operator. The role entails managing packing and dispatch of products, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and supervising production line staff. Candidates should demonstrate strong supervisory skills and a commitment to health and safety procedures. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to new systems are essential for success in this position. This is a full-time role with opportunities for additional training and development.

Qualifications

• Must support and document line operation effectively.
• Responsible for maintaining product quality and managing waste.
• Must adhere to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage packing and dispatch of finished products.
• Liaise with Supervisor regarding product run times.
• Complete production sheets as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices during shifts.
• Report non-conformances to Supervisor.
• Take responsibility for the area in the Supervisor's absence.

Skills

Competent to cover for Line Supervisor

Ability to supervise production line

Knowledge of quality standards

Job description

New England Seafood – Grimsby, Genesis Way, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Monday 12 January 2026 at 00:00

Job Title

Retail – Production Key Operator

Location

NESI - Grimsby

Responsible for

Efficient and effective Performance of all Technical Key Operative tasks given whilst on shift, consistently working to high levels of competency and conduct.

Job Purpose

Ensuring that all tasks are performed efficiently, safely, and to the standards set.

Accountabilities

Key areas of activity that the Operative needs to deliver are as follows:

• Managing the packing and despatch of finished products under supervision.
• Liaising with Supervisor with regards to product run times.
• Completion of production Sheets as and where required.
• Use good housekeeping whilst on your shift using “clean as you go”
• Ensure all your activities in the area are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety Procedures.
• Ensuring that all products are at the correct quality standard and produced to the right specification.
• Reports all Non-Conformances immediately to your Direct Supervisor.
• Take responsibility for your area in the absence of a Supervisor.

Key Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• Fully supports and competent to cover for Line Supervisor
• Responsible for all appropriate line documentation
• Responsible for all line product output, quality & waste
• Ability to effectively supervise all people on production line

To be able to work to targets and to operate to the best of your ability whilst adhering to all job requirements and also remain flexible with regards to what is expected of you in your job role.

Additional Information

Needs to be flexible regarding all aspects of your job role and give your full support to all new systems / ideas that are implemented within the company.

In addition, you will undertake any training that the company deems necessary that may assist you to effect the above responsibilities