Job Title: Warehouse Operative / Food Production Operative Location: Harlow, Essex Basic Salary: 12.3 to 18.45 per hour Employment Type: Temporary ongoing, Temp to Perm Job Description: We are currently recruiting Production Assistants for a busy food processing and packing site in Harlow. This is a hands-on role across various stages of chilled food production, including unpacking, weighing, packing, and palletising products. Full training and PPE are provided. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to build long-term experience in the food manufacturing sector with potential for progression. Key Responsibilities: Unpacking incoming goods and preparing them for the production line Feeding items into automated slicing equipment Sorting, trimming, and portioning product for packing Weighing, vacuum sealing, and boxing of completed packs Palletising finished goods and preparing for despatch Rotating across tasks on a fast-moving production line Adhering to food hygiene and safety standards at all times Participating in cleaning routines and overtime when required Requirements: Environment and Physical Requirements: - Chilled production environment, handling cold and frozen items - Manual handling tasks, including lifting up to 25kg - Prolonged standing and movement across the production floor - Use of ear protection in designated noisy areas - Strict hygiene policy: no jewellery, makeup, perfumes, or phones in production areas Candidate Requirements: - No