Blends Plant Operator

TN United Kingdom; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a growing, family-owned business in the agricultural sector. As a Blends Plant Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of plant machinery, adhering to quality standards, and maintaining production records. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values personal development and teamwork. You will enjoy competitive benefits, including generous annual leave and access to health and lifestyle perks. Join a dedicated team committed to helping rural communities thrive and make a meaningful impact in this rewarding position.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Minimum of 25 days annual leave

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Sick pay and health cash plans

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible life assurance options

Perks at Work discount platform

Salary sacrifice benefits

Company pension scheme after 3 months

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or agricultural environment is preferred.
• FLT Counterbalance Qualification is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and machinery safely and efficiently to meet targets.
• Maintain accurate production records and monitor plant performance.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Basic IT skills

Proactive attitude

Team-oriented

Basic mechanical skills

FLT Counterbalance Qualification

Animal feed mill experience

Job description

An exciting opportunity has become available at our Micklow Blends Plant for a Blends Plant Operator.

About Us

We support rural and agricultural communities daily, helping them achieve healthier herds, increased yields, faster growth, better land returns, or simply providing a helping hand. Our team, products, and services are dedicated to guiding our customers from their current position to their goals. We value talent from diverse backgrounds across our retail, feed, machinery, fuel, and support divisions.

Carr's Billington Agriculture is part of The Billington Group, which also owns Criddle & Co., English Provender Company, and Billington Foods.

The Job

• Operate plant and machinery safely and efficiently, meeting volume, efficiency, and feed quality targets.
• Manufacture feed promptly to satisfy customer needs.
• Represent the company professionally, embodying its values.
• Follow operating instructions and procedures to ensure optimal efficiency and product quality.
• Adhere to production plans, notifying the supervisor of any operational issues.
• Sample production runs and perform tests as instructed.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Be aware of quality standards and targets.
• Monitor plant performance continuously and report significant changes.
• Be flexible with shifts to cover absences, demand, or other site needs.
• Conduct stock counts to ensure system accuracy.
• Comply with all legal and company requirements, including UFAS accreditation.
• Participate in stocktaking and report unsafe conditions or defects immediately.
• Record checks related to HACCP and operating procedures.
• Perform maintenance within your skills, following safety policies.
• Keep work areas clean and dispose of waste responsibly.
• Follow security protocols and report risks.
• Communicate effectively across departments.
• Report environmental or safety hazards promptly.
• Ensure courteous treatment of visitors and compliance with safety requirements.
• Be adaptable to cover other areas or locations as needed.
• Engage in continuous personal development and training.
• Adhere to company policies, especially safety, health, and environmental standards.

Skills, Experience, and Qualities

• Experience in a manufacturing or agricultural environment.
• Basic IT skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Proactive, flexible, and positive attitude.
• Self-motivated and team-oriented.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• FLT Counterbalance Qualification.
• Experience in an animal feed mill preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave.
• Opportunity to work in a growing, family-owned business.

Your Health & Lifestyle

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme, sick pay, and health cash plans.
• Staff discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and flexible life assurance options.
• Perks at Work discount platform and salary sacrifice benefits.

Your Future

• Company pension scheme after 3 months.
• Role-specific and ongoing training opportunities.