Jobs, fresher vacancy - Production Operative • Nottingham

Company: More Years

Nottingham

Join Our Pack ️ From a bold idea to revolutionising dog food, Years has grown into a fast-scaling business dedicated to helping dogs live longer, healthier lives.   In just 3 years, we’ve built a great start up business, serving thousands of happy customers, all while striving to achieve our mission.  Our goal? To give dog owners a better, fresher, and healthier way to feed their pets. We provide human cut, personalised meals designed to support each dog’s unique needs, delivered straight to their door - no preservatives, no compromises, just real nutrition.  You can find our customers across the UK, with future ambitions to scale internationally and continue transforming how people care for their dogs.  Your Mission We’re looking for dedicated Production Operatives to join our growing team. You’ll be an essential part of our production process, ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll operate machinery, monitor production lines, and maintain hygiene standards. 1. Team Purpose & Challenges The purpose of the role is to produce safe, high-quality food efficiently and reliably, while supporting each other and the wider business goals of MORE YEARS. The role is fast paced, requiring focus stamina & teamwork 2. Strategic Focus & Priorities To balance quality, efficiency & safety. Delivering reliable products, supporting team performance & driving improvements across the site. 3. Reporting & Leadership Reporting to the department manager. 4. Collaboration Working primarily with the prep production team. Supporting other departments as & when required. 5. Hands-On vs. Strategic Balance The role is primarily hands on due to it’s hands on focus, need for process adherence, daily output targets & team contribution Leadership in practice, ownership of tasks, problem solving contribution, CI input & team impact. Key Responsibilities  Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment Carry out quality checks and report any issues promptly Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in line with food safety standards Follow health and safety procedures at all times Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors RequirementsPrevious experience in food production or manufacturing (preferred but not essential) Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically active role Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player Flexibility to work various shifts Hours & Rates of Pay40 hours per week contract with over time availableMonday - Saturday shift pattern (5 days out of 6)6am - 6pm shift pattern (nights also available)£12.75 - £13.85 per hour (depending on shift pattern)BenefitsWhat’s In It For You? Years BenefitsExtensive health care cover including full cancer coverage and a choice of hospitals or consultants (AXA top package)Annual £250.00 Learning & Development budget for courses, books or other self-learn activitiesAnnual £100.00 Wellbeing budgetUp to 2 weeks working abroad per year (selected roles)Monthly recognition through our Yappa of The Month programme1 Volunteer day per year – dog themed or not: it’s your choice!Subsidised employee groups – from five a side to padel there’s loads to get involved in or the chance to start up your own groupQuarterly subsidised team events from Axe throwing, crazy golf to cocktail makingExclusive discounts on Years and Years treats for yourself and friends/familyLunch & Learn programme – from dog first aid to financial savviness we’ve got sessions planned to cover all kinds of topicsCasual dressYour birthday off or different day if it falls on a non-working dayAbility to sell any unused holiday back to Years at the end of the Holiday Year (maximum 1 working week)