Weigh Room Operator

Location Magherafelt
Discipline: Manufacturing & Production
Job type: Full time
Salary: £13.05 to £14.05 plus £1 nightshift allowance.
Job ref: J123428
Published: 7 days ago

Our client Genesis based in Magherafelt are currently recruiting for Weigh Room Operators to join their growing Bakery Production team. The purpose of this role is to accurately weigh and prepare ingredients in line with approved recipes and bakery systems, ensuring product quality, consistency, food safety, and traceability throughout the production process. Duties will include weighing ingredients, operating bakery weighing systems, completing production records, and maintaining hygiene and food safety standards. As part of the growing team, you will be contributing to a fast-paced food production environment focused on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Pay Rate: £13.05 to £14.05 plus £1 nightshift allowance.

Hours Per Week: 40

Working Hours: Monday-Friday 6pm-finish.

Job Type: Full Time, Temporary to Permanent

Job Criteria:

• Previous experience in food manufacturing or bakery production desirable but not essential

• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy

• Ability to follow recipes, systems, and SOPs precisely

• Good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Flexible and reliable approach to work

Job Duties:

• To accurately weigh dry, liquid, and minor ingredients in line with approved recipes and production schedules

• To operate weighing systems and related production equipment safely and efficiently

• To ensure ingredients are correctly labelled and prepared for production

• To complete weighing tasks in the correct sequence to avoid contamination and errors

• To maintain full traceability through accurate paperwork and system records

• To report shortages, discrepancies, or equipment faults to Supervisors

• To comply with Food Safety, HACCP, GMP, and allergen control procedures

• To maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping within the weigh room area

• To work closely with Mixing, Bakery, and Production teams to support workflow

• To comply with all Health & Safety procedures including PPE requirements

• To participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives

Job Benefits:

• Full training and ongoing support

• Stable, long-term employment opportunities

• Opportunity to develop skills within food production

• Supportive team environment

• Career progression opportunities

Additional Information:

This Weigh Room Operator position is based in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland.

If you are interested in this role, please forward your CV to Karolina.pawlicka@industrialtemps.com or call our Ballymena office on 028 2542 0140 and ask for Karolina.

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