Production Operative

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Puratos is seeking a Production Operative for Buckingham, full time on site, Monday to Friday 14:00-22:00, with a base salary of £27,500 plus a 50p/hour late shift premium. You’ll ensure safe, right-first-time manufacturing, follow SOPs, control allergens, complete quality checks, coordinate materials and equipment, and collaborate with Production Team Leaders and R&D on trials and audits. They offer a strong benefits package including an annual bonus up to 10%, generous pension, private medical, up to 5 weeks leave and wellbeing initiatives. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight production planning, food safety, allergen control, teamwork and continuous improvement, mention relevant certifications, and show how you deliver customer-focused outcomes and align with Puratos values. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Production Operative

Shift: Monday to Friday 14:00 – 22:00

Salary: £27,500 (+50p / hour shift premium for Late shift only)

Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3.1 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

To build our team we are looking for Production Operatives to join our expanding site in Buckingham.

Your Mission

As a Production Operative, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and right-first-time manufacturing of all batches scheduled on the daily plan. You will work closely with the Production Team Leaders to ensure all processes are followed accurately, maintaining a strong focus on food safety and health regulations.

What you will do

Using your passion for quality and collaboration, you will:

• Follow the daily production plan to meet output targets.
• Prepare each batch according to SOPs and seek support when needed to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure all raw materials are present and handled safely.
• Maintain 100% allergen control and prevent cross-contamination.
• Complete quality and traceability checks.
• Coordinate the supply of raw materials and equipment to ensure efficient production.
• Communicate effectively with your colleagues, including the Production Team Leaders
• Support new product launches and trials with the R&D team.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and support high-profile visits and audits.
• Assist in training and induction of new team members.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Management teams to address non-conformances and improvement areas.
  
  

What we expect from you

• Manage Customer needs: Be able and eager to find out what the internal or external customer wants and needs and to act accordingly; taking the costs and benefits into account. Make the life of the customer easier. Fostering a customer centric culture.
• Collaborate Effectively: Think and act as one team in a spirit of trust and respect. Be open to different ideas. Work intentionally towards consensus in the achievement of shared objectives. Build formal and informal relationship networks
• Communicate Effectively: Develop and deliver communications in diverse modes that generate a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Improve Continuously: Be passionate about achieving high quality standards for you and Puratos. Constantly look for and taking advantage of improvement opportunities. Propose new ideas and demonstrate openness for change. Build self-awareness and embrace learning and development opportunities.
• Drive Performance: Show ambition and go the extra mile in achieving expected results; drive sustainable operational excellence through diligent planning, prioritization, monitoring & effective use of resources. Take responsibility for decisions, actions and mistakes. Deal with setbacks and unexpected situations in a positive and confident way.

What you can expect from Puratos

We are a warm family company with a historical growth track record and a clear long-term vision for the future. We promote a caring, trustful and respecting work environment by putting people first.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

The benefits with this role include.

💰 Competitive Salary – Reviewed annually to ensure we stay ahead of the market.

🎯 Annual Bonus Scheme – 5% standard, with stretch potential up to 10%.

💼 Generous Pension Plan – Up to 7.5% employer contributions to support your future.

🏥 Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover fully paid, with options to add family members.

🌴 Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave – Plus the flexibility to buy or sell additional days.

🤒 Enhanced Company Sick Pay – Because your health matters.

📚 Learning & Development – Structured programs with a target of 5 learning days per year.

💖 Wellbeing Matters – Access to our ‘Calling for Caring’ wellbeing initiatives.

🛡️ Life Assurance – 2x your salary plus a 20% spouse pension.

🧾 Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most.

🏅 Loyal Service Awards – Celebrating your milestones with us.

🧠 Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life’s challenges.

👫 Refer a Friend Scheme – Earn £500 for successful referrals.

🛍️ High Street Discounts – Save with Perkbox perks.

🌟 Monthly ‘Magic Star’ Awards – Win £50 in vouchers for going above and beyond.

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay healthy

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about helping others grow and want to be part of something magical, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future at Puratos.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.