Production Operative - Ratby Lane

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Leicester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Machinery Operation Health and Safety Compliance Team Collaboration Quality Control Attention to Detail Production Line Experience Cleaning and Sanitation Time Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Production Operative - Ratby Lane

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a reliable and motivated Production Operative to join the team in Leicester. This is a full-time role with a shift pattern of Sunday to Thursday 06:00-14:00, paying £13.18 per hour.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic. In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate machinery and equipment in line with company procedures
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment
  • Follow all health and safety guidelines at all times
  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets
  • Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet required standards

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong commitment to health and safety practices
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Passion for quality and delivering excellent customer service
  • Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude
  • Previous production or manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

  • Overtime undertaken is payable at 1.25 of basic rate
  • Free hot drinks on shift
  • Service Awards
  • Enhanced paternity and maternity pay
  • Free life insurance
  • Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
  • Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
  • Discounted eggs and chicken
  • A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
  • Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
  • Discounted Gym Memberships
  • Free Eye Test every two years
  • Discounted mobile phone contracts
  • Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
  • Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
  • Wellness programme
  • Employee Charity Matching Scheme

Additional Information

Locations: Leicester

Employment type: Full-time

Salary: £13.18 p/h

Shift Pattern: Sunday - Thursday 06:00-14:00

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