Manufacturing Operator - Nights

  • Cottrell Moore Ltd
  • Wormingford, Essex
  • May 09, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Manufacturing Operator Nights shifts

Location: Wormingford

Salary: £16.26ph including shift premium

Hours: Monday to Friday, 10pm-6am (40 hours per week including a paid 30min break)

About the Role:

A well-established food manufacturing company is looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to join its night shift production team. This hands-on role involves supporting manufacturing and packing operations to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. As the site is located in an area with limited public transport links, a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

You ll work as part of a supportive team with opportunities to develop your skills across machinery, line operations, and wider factory processes.

They are also offering the opportunity for a full-time Late Shift Operator for 40hours per week between 2pm-10pm, hourly rate including shift premium £13.51.

Benefits:

  • 33 days annual leave, 3 days need to be reserved for Christmas shutdown
  • Enhanced sick pay after one year of service
  • Night shift health & wellbeing support
  • Staff discount on products
  • Employee discount platform
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support
  • Free onsite parking
  • PPE provided
  • Uniform provided and professionally laundered

Responsibilities:

  • Support daily production and packing operations to meet shift targets
  • Pack finished products, palletise goods and prepare orders for dispatch
  • Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety and hygiene procedures
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
  • Assist with product changeovers and line cleaning activities
  • Carry out quality, traceability and production checks accurately
  • Communicate effectively with Team Leaders, Shift Managers and colleagues across departments

Requirements

  • Valid right to work in the UK
  • Valid UK Driving Licence
  • Reliable, punctual and willing to learn
  • Basic English and maths skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced factory environment
  • Physically able to stand, walk and carry out manual tasks throughout the shift
  • Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and team-focused approach
  • Previous experience in food manufacturing or production is desirable but not essential