General Operative

Company: The Butchers Recruiter (part of The Food Recruitment Group)
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Location: Ripon
Job Description:

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We are currently recruiting General Operatives to join a meat manufacturing business operating within a multi-species production environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and flexible candidates looking to secure ongoing work, receive full training, and develop their careers within food manufacturing.

Pay & Benefits

  • £12.21, minimum wage
  • Skill-based pay uplifts available and assessed individually for: Knife handling skills, Supervisory experience, Relevant food manufacturing experience
  • Temp to Perm position (26 weeks)
  • Free on-site parking
  • Site accessible by public transport
  • Full training provided
  • Opportunity to learn new skills and upskill within the business

Working Hours

  • Minimum 40 hours per week
  • 5 consecutive working days
  • Weekend working required (Saturday & Sunday)
  • No night shifts
  • Shift lengths may vary depending on production requirements: Some shifts around 6 hours & some shifts up to 10 hours
  • Example shift pattern: Sunday Thursday
  • Candidates must be flexible

As a General Operative, your responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out general production duties within a food manufacturing environment
  • Working across multiple departments as required
  • Supporting production flow and meeting daily output targets
  • Operating food manufacturing equipment such as Grinders, Mixers & Blenders (full training provided)
  • Following all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures
  • Maintaining a clean and organised work area

You are looking for General Operatives who have:

  • A reliable and flexible approach to work
  • The ability to follow instructions and site procedures
  • A strong awareness of health, safety, and hygiene standards
  • Willingness to learn and gain new skills
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Comfort working with raw meat

Skilled butchers or operatives with supervisory experience will be assessed individually and may be offered a slightly higher rate.

The client is an equal opportunity employer and places strong emphasis on training and development for both skilled and non-skilled roles.

To apply for this General Operative position, please click apply online and upload an up-to-date CV.

Seniority level

  • Entry level

Employment type

  • Temporary

Job function

  • Management and Manufacturing

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Posted: April 11th, 2026