Production Operative - Machine-Made Products (16:00 to 02:30 Monday - Thursday)
We are looking for Production Operatives to join our friendly machine-made products team! Starting salary is £12.50 per hour with the majority of hours paid at an enhanced rate of £15.63 per hour!
Join Our Growing Machine-Made Products Team!
Are you ready to be a part of something delicious? We're looking for passionate Production Operatives to join our friendly and expanding Machine-Made Products Team! With exciting opportunities to grow, a competitive salary, and a positive work environment, this is your chance to become a key player in our thriving business!
Why Choose Us?
At Proper Cornish, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality pastries to our customers – and we want YOU to help us do it! This role offers:
- Competitive Pay: Start at £12.50 per hour, with an enhanced rate of £15.63 per hour for shifts worked between 8 pm and 6 am or any hours over 37.5 per week. with opportunities for higher earnings as you progress!
- Hours of work: 16:00 until 02:30 (Approx.) Monday to Thursday
- Engaging Work: Every day will be different as you play a vital role in producing high-quality pastries.
- Real Career Progression: We're a company that believes in promoting from within, offering excellent career development opportunities and job security as we expand.
The Role:
As a Production Operative, your day will be varied and rewarding. You’ll be responsible for setting up our production machines, ensuring smooth line operation, and creating delicious pastries that our customers adore. Whether it’s operating depositors, performing quality checks, or adding the finishing touches to hand-finished products, every task is vital to the success of the team.
- Machine Setup: Kickstart your shift by setting up production machines and ensuring everything is ready to go.
- Production Line Operation: Keep the production line running smoothly, ensuring we produce thousands of products every hour.
- Quality Control: Perform weight checks and ensure every product meets our high standards.
- Decorating & Toppings: Add that special touch with decorative elements and toppings, from herbs to glaze!
- Waste Management: Maintain a clean, efficient workspace by handling waste responsibly.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- A Positive, Friendly Team: You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team where everyone is dedicated to producing the best pastries in the business.
- A Company that Cares: We’re proud to have earned a Gold Health and Wellbeing Award, and we truly value the well-being of our employees.
- A Growing Company: We’re expanding, and we want you to grow with us! There are always new opportunities to advance your career.
What We’re Looking For:
- A team player with a positive "can-do" attitude
- Someone who is dedicated, hard-working, and eager to learn
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for producing high-quality products
If you’re looking for a rewarding role with great pay, perks, and the opportunity to grow, this is the perfect job for you!
What’s in It for You? (Proper Perks!)
We believe in rewarding our team! Here are just a few of the amazing perks you’ll enjoy:
✔ Free pasties & pastries every day!
✔ Subsidised canteen & free fruit and drinks
✔ Quarterly BBQs, bake sales & competitions
✔ Christmas goodies & celebrations
✔ Free spa & golf access in St Austell
✔ Subsidised massages & mental health support
✔ Company-funded Health Cash Plan & Employee Assistance Programme
✔ Employment anniversary with cash awards & referral bonuses (£500!)
✔ Huge staff discounts on pasties, pastries, cakes, and tarts!
✔ Strong career development & internal promotion opportunities
Ready to Join Us?
Apply now and become an essential part of our team!
- Proper cornish
- Production
- Role
- Machine-Made Products (Production Operative)
- Locations
- Bodmin, Cornwall

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