Senior General Operative

Great opportunity to work as a Senior General Operative for one of the UK's largest citrus & grape specialists.

Location

Alconbury.

Compensation

Training Period:
Day Shift: £12.71 per hour

Post-Training:
Day Shift: £13.01 per hour

Overtime (subject to qualifying hours):
Day Shift: £16.26 per hour

Shift Patterns

Day shift: 6:30am - 7:30pm, 4on-4off

You will be expected to follow the assigned shift pattern; flexibility for overtime is required.

Transport is provided from four different locations in Peterborough.

Role Overview

As a Senior General Operative, you'll be based in the production area and play a key role in supporting daily operations, working closely with Line Leaders and Shift Managers.

Responsibilities

• Regularly work on the production line
• Sign workers in and out
• Assist with assigning workers to lines and ensuring timely start of shifts
• Conduct headcounts and maintain accurate records
• Monitor GMP procedures, including hygiene protocols (e.g., handwashing)
• Ensure proper use of PPE across all workers
• Oversee locker and canteen area compliance with PPE policies
• Supervise the smoking area to ensure health and safety rules are followed
• Support Line Leaders with day‑to‑day tasks
• Help new starters integrate into the team
• Promote a safe, clean, and efficient work environment

Ideal Candidate

An ideal Senior General Operative is a confident communicator, leads by example, and is willing to work hands‑on alongside the team on the production line.

As a senior member of the team, you should set high standards for yourself and others, be comfortable handling a variety of tasks from supervising workers to ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols, and be adaptable enough to respond quickly to changing needs throughout the shift. Previous experience in a factory or warehouse environment is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

• Earn £12.71 – £16.26 per hour
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern
• On‑site canteen
• PPE provided
• Full training provided
• Opportunities for overtime

Job Ref: V1MNG

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