General Operative

Company: MPA Recruitment
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Location: Coleraine
Job Description:

General Operative – Food ProductionLocation: Outskirts of Coleraine Pay Rate: £14.90 per hour (depending on location of work) Contract: Temporary to Permanent (after 13 weeks) Shifts: 3-4 days per week, rotating days and nights (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am)

MPA Coleraine is currently recruiting a reliable and hardworking General Operative to join a busy and well-established food production facility based on the outskirts of Coleraine. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term employment with the potential for a permanent position after 13 weeks.

The Role You will play a key part in supporting daily production operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out a range of general operative and manual handling duties as directed by the Supervisor

Assist with loading and unloading of goods and materials

Operate machinery and equipment safely (full training provided)

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping within the work area

Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations

Candidate Requirements:

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to work

Good communication skills

Physical fitness to undertake manual tasks

Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential

What’s on Offer:

£14.90 per hour

Weekly pay

Holiday fund

Rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights) on a 3/4 day working week

Opportunity to secure a permanent role after 13 weeks

This role would suit a motivated individual looking for stable work with long-term career potential in a fast-paced production

Posted: June 3rd, 2026