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A manufacturing operative in the UK is responsible for working in a factory and assembling goods that will be sold to customers. This can involve tasks such as putting together vehicle parts, contributing to the production of electrical goods or furniture, or packaging food items.
A food production operative is responsible for producing and packaging food products. They weigh and check raw materials before production, maintain a clean environment, ensure food safety measures are followed, and conduct quality checks after production.