Production Operative Days

Job Introduction

About the role

To support the efficient and safe production of food products by operating machinery, handling ingredients, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Main Responsibility

• Production Operations:

  • Operate food processing and packaging machinery according to standard operating procedures.
  • Assemble, prepare, and pack products in line with production targets and specifications.
  • Monitor production lines for issues and report any faults or deviations.

• Quality & Hygiene:

  • Conduct visual and physical checks to ensure product quality and consistency.
  • Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP).
  • Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.

• Teamwork & Communication:

  • Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.
  • Communicate effectively regarding production issues, safety concerns, or process improvements.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Accurately complete production records, batch sheets, and quality control logs.
  • Report any incidents, near misses, or non-conformances promptly.

The Ideal Candidate

What we’re looking for

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, assertiveness, the ability to work well within a team and follow processes, a positive, inclusive attitude and great attention to detail.

Package Description

Production Operative – Food Production

Hourly rate of £12.30 plus Shift Allowance £1.10 ph

Shift Pattern

4 On 4 Off - 12hrs

Immediate start; opportunities for progression; 20 days holiday per year, staff shop, onsite free parking, 2 Sisters high-street discount platform.

About the Company

Why 2 Sisters?

When you join 2 Sisters, you will become part of one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover of £2.5billion+, over 17,000 people and covering more than 20 sites.

Why Cavaghan and Gray?

At Cavaghan & Gray in Carlisle, we produce the highest quality meals and are proud to count M&S as our largest customer. Focusing on exemplary quality and standards, we produce 80 million units per year, covering over 120 different product lines. 

Here at Cavaghan and Gray we strive for excellence. Building on our considerable heritage, experience and reputation; whilst embracing innovation and development to exceed the future needs of the food industry.