Trainee Process Production Operative

Manpower; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Trainee Process Operatives for a modern food manufacturing environment in Tewkesbury. This role offers a competitive pay starting at £14.12, increasing with training, and an opportunity for permanent placement after 12 weeks. Responsibilities include overseeing product transfers, maintaining hygiene, and operating machinery safely. Ideal candidates will have hands-on manufacturing experience and strong communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to sustainable production.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training and development

Pension and holiday entitlement

Staff-discounted dairy products

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on task completion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, hygienic bulk product transfers.
• Organize silo plans and optimize storage.
• Coordinate with drivers for effective workflows.
• Operate machinery safely while reducing waste.
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing environments

Strong communication skills

Methodical and detail-oriented

Self-motivated problem solver

Adaptable to shift work

Education

Level 2 Food Safety & HACCP certification

Job description

We are looking for Trainee Process Operatives to join the team in a clean and modern food manufactuirng environment with structured progression and development opportunities.

LOCATION: Tewkesbury Industrial Estate
PAY: from 14.12, increasing to £14.54 and beyond with training
HOURS: Fve shifts per week, 37.5 hours, Start Times from 5am
DURATION: Permanent after 12 weeks for the right candidate.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee safe, hygienic bulk product transfers in tanker bays and production units.

• Organize silo plans and vessel cleaning to optimize storage and output.

• Coordinate with drivers and departments to ensure efficient, high-quality workflows.

• Operate complex machinery safely while prioritizing waste reduction.

• Strictly adhere to COSHH, HACCP, and Health & Safety regulations.

• Deliver pro-active support to hit and exceed business KPIs.

• Maintain impeccable hygiene and workplace cleanliness.

• Coach staff and provide flexible role coverage to support business needs.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in manufacturing environments with a hands-on technical focus.

• Strong communicator; maintains high motivation and positive team engagement.

• Methodical and detail-oriented with a drive to see tasks through to the end.

• Self-motivated problem solver who excels both independently and in team settings.

• Adaptable to shift work and comfortable delivering results under time pressure.

• Ability to pass Level 2 Food Safety & HACCP certified

What You'll Get

• Competitive pay;
• Comprehensive training and development - build your career and skills
• Pension, holiday entitlement and staff-discounted dairy products
• Be part of a supportive, community-focused team at the heart of sustainable manufacturing

Apply now to be a part of a progressive and growing organisation with it's people at heart!