Production Operative
About this role
Job Title: Production Operative (Backshift)
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Client: Greggs
Location: Penrith, United Kingdom
Pay Rate: £12.91 per hour plus various premium payments (at age 18). Typical annual earnings for a 39-hour backshift pattern including weekends are in the region of £31,000 (dependent on exact shift pattern), paid weekly.
Contract Type: Temporary (until June 2027)
Hours: 39 hours per week (Backshift; typical start times around 2:30 PM)
About the Role
Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is looking for a dedicated Production Operative to join Greggs at their manufacturing facility in Penrith.
In this essential role, you will work within a close-knit team in a fast-paced environment, making and packing Greggs' iconic food products. You will adhere to strict health, safety, and hygiene standards while meeting production targets and maintaining high quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Packing: Prepare, handle, bake, and pack food products in line with specified recipes and standards.
Quality Assurance: Take pride in product presentation and ensure all outputs meet quality and food safety requirements.
Health, Safety & Hygiene: Strictly follow health, safety, hygiene, and cleaning procedures.
Environment: Comfortably work in fast-paced production areas, including exposure to flour/dust and chilled or frozen environments.
Working Hours & Contract Details
Contract Hours: 39 hours per week (Temporary contract until June 2027)
Shift Pattern: Backshift with typical starts around 2:30 PM. Shift schedules may include weekend working, bank holidays, or night coverage as required.
What We Are Looking For
Previous experience as a Production Operative in food manufacturing or FMCG is desirable.
Comfort handling, preparing, and baking food in high-volume settings.
Physical capability to stand for long periods, perform manual handling (lifting and carrying), and complete cleaning tasks.
Basic computer literacy (familiarity with SAP systems is advantageous, but not essential).
Reliable, quality-focused attitude with a commitment to supporting an inclusive workplace.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive weekly pay (£12.91/hr + premiums) with paid breaks.
Free hot drinks while on shift.
Colleague discount offering up to 50% off Greggs products for you and a family member.
10% company profit-share scheme.
Health & Wellbeing App featuring remote GP and physiotherapy services, plus a confidential Employee Assistance helpline.
Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%.
Growing holiday entitlement, share investment plans, long-service awards, and partner discounts.