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Extrusion Operative

  • Location: Norwich
  • Salary: £25000 - £30000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Industrial
  • Contact: Emily Wastell
  • Contact Email: e.wastell@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 03333 076000
  • Job Ref: SF59541

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity as an Extrusion Operative? Located in Norwich, my client are a pioneering British manufacturer in the food industry. They’re on a mission to create innovative, sustainable, and delicious products. If you're passionate about the food industry and want to make a positive impact, read on.

As an Extrusion Operative, you will play a crucial role in my client’s production processes and new product development. We’re looking for someone with food manufacturing qualifications/experience, a hands-on attitude, and a team player mentality. You'll operate and adjust food processing machinery, contribute to maintaining the factory to industry standards, and bring your expertise to product development, record-keeping, and ensuring the highest food quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manufacture products following company processes.

  • Operate and adjust settings on food processing machinery, particularly an extruder.

  • Maintain factory standards to industry food standards.

  • Collaborate with the production and technical teams on new products and process improvements.

  • Complete production and cleaning records.

  • Liaise with management, suppliers, and contractors.

  • Uphold factory standards, procedures, and product development.


Locations & Commitments:

  • Permanent, full-time role with core working hours.

  • Shift patterns may include nights and weekends, with some overtime required.

  • Located on Norwich outskirts

  • 3-month probationary period.


Candidate Requirements:

  • Extrusion experience

  • Food production or equivalent qualifications/experience.

  • Personable demeanor with the ability to work in a team or independently.

  • Familiarity with food industry accreditations and regulations (e.g., BRCGS, HACCP).

  • Attention to detail, ability to work to tight deadlines, and physical fitness.


Join us in making a difference in the food industry. If you're excited about this role and ready to be part of their innovative team, please contact us to apply. Your journey awaits!