Machine Operative

Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.

As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we produce high-quality food enjoyed by millions of consumers every day.

Here at Wisbech, we have a team of over 525 colleagues and manufacture premium chilled ready-to-cook meals for major retailers including Sainsbury's, Aldi, and Co-op.

As a Machine Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our production lines run safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

• Setting up, operating and monitoring production machinery.
• Ensuring machines are running efficiently and achieving production targets.
• Carrying out basic machine adjustments and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Monitoring product quality throughout the production process.
• Ensuring products are produced in line with customer specifications and quality standards.
• Completing routine machine checks and reporting any faults or breakdowns.
• Working closely with Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, and Engineers to minimise downtime.
• Following all Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP and GMP procedures.
• Ensuring production records and paperwork are completed accurately.
• Supporting changeovers between production runs, including machine cleaning and preparation.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards within the production area.
• Working collaboratively as part of a fast-paced manufacturing team.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and safety within your area.

4 on 4 off | 7:00am - 7:00pm (Flexibility to start at 6:45am when required)

• Have previous experience operating machinery or working within a manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential).
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety in the workplace.
• Can work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Have good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Are proactive and able to identify and resolve minor issues.
• Can follow procedures and work instructions accurately.
• Have good communication skills and work well as part of a team.
• Are reliable, motivated and willing to learn new skills.