Curing Operative PM

Curing Operator

As a Curing Operator, you will ensure that products are processed to the highest standards, aligned with customer specifications and business procedures. This is a varied role requiring practical skills, flexibility, and a proactive attitude.
You will be responsible for your work area, ensuring products meet quality, safety, and production targets- all while keeping the workspace clean and hazard-free.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate over £570 per week
• Full time permanent contract
• Free on-site parking
• Weekly pay
• Subsidised canteen
• Access to occasional staff sales, offering discounted company products
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Stars Awards
• Staff BBQs, free food days, competitions and team social events
• Attendance Rewards
• Life assurance policy
• Long service award

Shift Pattern

• Monday to Friday
• 14:30pm – 23:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Organise and prioritise tasks to meet production, safety, and quality goals.
• Carry out manual handling and processing tasks.
• Check materials against quality standards.
• Monitor product temperature, weight, and stock usage in life rotation.
• Ensure traceability, proper documentation, and new product compliance.
• Support health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Report and help solve faults or process issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts.
• Operate machinery and handle equipment safely and responsibly.
• Work collaboratively with team members, Process Controllers, and Line Leaders.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong communication skills
• Teamwork and independent working ability
• Manual handling and practical skills
• Awareness of Health & Safety and Food Safety
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Quality and problem-solving mindset
• Potential to progress to Area Leader level

Qualifications (desirable, but training will be provided):

• Food Safety Awareness
• H&S Awareness
• SSOW
• HACCP
• ILM Level 2
• NVQ Level 2

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today and join a supportive team where your contribution really matters.

Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.