Please read before applying
This role is not suitable for everyone.
You must be:
- Comfortable working 4on 4 off shifts including nights
- Happy to work in a food production environment
- Reliable, resilient and able to work to strict hygiene, safety and quality standards
If 4on or 4off shift work or working nights is not right for you, please do not apply, as this is a core requirement of the role.
About Andros
Andros is a global leader in fruit transformation and chilled dairy products. In the UK, we are best known for Bonne Maman, and we continue to grow rapidly across desserts and yoghurt.
We are entering an exciting phase of expansion and are recruiting permanent Production Operatives to join our established manufacturing site in Frome.
What we offer
- Starting salary of £37,672, with a clear and structured pay progression linked to training and development opportunities. (increasing to £38,205 , £40,428 and £42,889)
- Permanent, full‑time contract
- 6% employer pension contribution
- 18 days holiday + bank holidays (taken in lieu)
- Company sick pay
- 4x salary death in service
- Free eye tests + £90 contribution to glasses
- Canteen with discounted or free food
- Free on‑site parking
- Long service recognition
- Secure employment with a global food manufacturer
Shift pattern – this role includes nights
You will work a 4on 4 off shift pattern:
This is a 4on 4off shift role, not a fixed shift. You must be able to work this shift, including nights, on a regular basis.
The role
You will be trained to operate and oversee packing line machinery to ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
This is a hands‑on, active role in a food manufacturing environment where attention to detail and consistency are critical.
Key responsibilities include:
- Running and monitoring production and packing machinery
- Ensuring correct packaging materials are available to lines
- Completing on‑line quality checks
- Palletising finished goods and transporting safely to cold storage
- Actively reducing wastage and re‑work
- Maintaining excellent housekeeping and strict health & safety standards at all times
Working environment – important to know
- Food production environment with strict hygiene controls
- PPE must be worn at all times
- The role may involve repetitive tasks, time on your feet and handling products
- High standards of cleanliness, accuracy and compliance are essential
If working in a food manufacturing environment does not suit you, this role will not be the right fit.
What we’re looking for
- Previous factory or food production experience preferred (but not essential)
- Comfortable working rotating shifts including nights
- A reliable and consistent approach to attendance
- Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
- Driving licence required (site location)
- Legal right to work in the UK
Pay: £37,672.44-£42,889.08 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?
- Do you understand that this is a 4on 4off shift role and you are willing and able to work day and night shifts on an ongoing basis.
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
