Food Production Worker
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Position Overview & Specifications
Production Worker
Berwick Upon Tweed
Looking for flexible work? Times to suit your needs?
We are recruiting for a leading manufacturing company seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join their team at their state-of-the-art site.
Various Shifts and work pattern Available
0600-1400 & 0600-1800 & 0700-1500 & 0800-1600
1400-2200 & 2200-0600 & 1800-0600
Responsibilities:
Production: Assist in the operation equipment to produce a wide range of products.
Preparation: Assist in preparing ingredients, measuring quantities, Attention to detail to maintain the highest standards of product specification.
Baking: Monitor flow of trays to oven to ensure proper cooking. Conduct quality checks to ensure all products meet our quality standards.
Packaging: Assist in packaging and labelling finished products. Ensure accurate quantities, proper sealing, and adherence to food safety standards. Stack boxes on the palette.
Cleaning and Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized workspace. Follow sanitation protocols to ensure a hygienic environment. Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery and equipment.
What we are looking for
Full training will be provided.
Flexibility: Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays, is essential in the pastry industry. A positive attitude and adaptability to changing demands are valued.
Physical Stamina: The role involves standing for extended periods, lifting heavy trays, and performing repetitive tasks. Physical fitness and the ability to withstand a fast-paced, demanding environment are crucial.
Team Player: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are necessary for smooth coordination with other production staff.
Send us your Application
To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Ely.Toreno@optiona.co.uk with the subject line: "Pastry Production Worker". We thank all applicants for their interest, but only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £10.50-£15.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- No weekends
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ET - 1
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Production Worker roles across Option A's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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