Production Operative – Machine-Made Products (Shift 16:00‑02:30)

About the role

Join the Machine‑Made Products team at Proper Cornish as a Production Operative. You will work on a fast‑paced shift from 16:00 to 02:30, helping to produce high‑quality pastries for customers across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and prepare production machines at the start of each shift.
• Operate the production line to maintain a steady output of pastries.
• Perform weight checks and quality inspections to ensure product standards.
• Add decorative elements, toppings, and finishing touches to hand‑finished items.
• Manage waste and keep the work area clean and efficient.

Required profile

• Team‑player with a positive, can‑do attitude.
• Hard‑working, reliable and eager to learn.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality output.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg and standing for long periods.

Required skills

• Experience operating production machinery.
• Ability to perform basic weight and quality checks.
• Basic manual dexterity for decorating and topping tasks.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate starting at £13.21, rising to £16.51 for night or overtime hours.
• Free daily pastries, subsidised canteen, fruit, and drinks.
• Regular staff events, Christmas celebrations and access to spa & golf facilities.
• Gold Health and Wellbeing Award recognising employee care.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing company.