Production Operative (NBR)

Our client, a rapidly growing international organisation within the food and ingredients sector, is seeking a skilled and motivated Production Operative to support processing operations at its Rotterdam facility. Offering a salary of €2,800–€3,200 per month, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business operating at the forefront of sustainable and high-quality food production.

Job Role

The Production Operative will be responsible for operating and monitoring plant equipment used in cleaning, sorting, grading, and handling processes. Working within a fast-paced production environment, you will ensure product quality, maximise efficiency, and maintain compliance with food safety standards.

This role is ideal for a technically capable individual with experience in food or grain processing who thrives in a hands-on operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant machinery for cleaning, sorting, grading, and handling processes.
• Optimise machine settings to achieve required quality standards and production targets.
• Monitor product quality, ensuring removal of impurities and substandard materials.
• Conduct routine quality checks on both incoming and finished products.
• Minimise product loss and reduce rejection levels through effective process control.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and coordinate with maintenance teams for technical issues.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and traceability records.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and EU food safety regulations.
• Follow all health & safety procedures and company policies at all times.
• Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to ensure smooth operations.

Personal Profile

• Technical qualification (Diploma or vocational training in Mechanical, Electrical, or Food Processing).
• 2–5 years’ experience in food processing environments.
• Experience with cleaning, grading, and optical colour sorting equipment (e.g. Sortex) is highly desirable.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to operate automated machinery.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on product quality.
• Problem-solving ability for basic equipment and process issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work shifts in a production environment.
• Basic English communication skills required (Dutch is an advantage).

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary of €2,800–€3,200 per month
• Full-time position (40 hours per week)
• Modern working environment within a major logistics hub in Rotterdam
• Supportive, team-oriented company culture
• Opportunity to join a growing international business within the organic sector

Ref Code: W013275R

To apply, please send your comprehensive CV in strict confidence, quoting the reference above and for the attention of Jon Hemming-Nash. Please include current salary details within your application.

Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within one week, regrettably your application has not been successful on this occasion.