Cheese Packer FTC

Saputo, Inc.; Davidstow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy producer in the United Kingdom is seeking a Cheese Packer for a fixed-term 3-month contract in Davidstow. In this role, you will operate cheese packing machinery, ensure high-quality standards, and assist in food preparation tasks. Passion for food and team collaboration is essential. Basic IT skills beneficial.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience within a food production environment.
• Ability to operate packing machinery and use basic IT.

Responsibilities

• Operate cheese packing equipment following SOPs.
• Monitor processes and maintain cheese quality.
• Communicate opportunities for improving methods.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Basic IT skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of food hygiene

Teamwork

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Cheese Packer - Davidstow

Fixed Term Contract: 3-months

Shift Pattern: 3 on 3 off, days and nights. 7 – 7

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly, Wensleydale, and Sheese), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

This Cheese Packer position is one where you will gain experience of the cheese-making process, supporting the quality of product being packaged before being sent off to mature.

Your responsibilities will span utilising computers to operate the machinery, tracking data and analysis of the cheese coming through, ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality products.

There may also be manual handling responsibilities, occasionally lifting 20kg blocks of cheese when required.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience within food preparation environments.

FTC: 3-months

Shift Pattern: 3 on 3 off, days and nights. 7 – 7

• Operating cheese packing equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and production instruction
• Being hands-on in the event of downtime/breakdown
• Maintain cheese quality by manually handling cheese at 20kg and manually boxing up to 50 tonnes at 10 tonnes an hour
• Undertaking process monitoring, keeping accurate records, and taking the necessary corrective action to maintain cheese line efficiencies and packaging quality
• Understanding the need for, and carrying out, hygiene and housekeeping requirements within the cheese department in accordance with relevant schedules and food safety requirements
• Identifying and communicating opportunities to improve working methods
• Someone who has demonstratable experience working within a food production environment, following recipes, and/or can display a passion for the food and the products we produce
• Aware of basic food hygiene
• Knowledgeable with basic IT skills. e.g. ability to use a PC/HMI (with keyboard skills) with additional knowledge of Word and Excel an advantage
• Efficient with problem solving skills
• Able to communicate and work alone and as part of a team
• Aware of health and safety procedures and completion of IOSH working safety

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physicaladjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

This role has been assessed and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a leading manufacturer of branded cheese and dairy spreads, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Cathedral City, Clover, and Wensleydale. We also boast a fast-growing dairy alternatives portfolio, which includes the Vitalite and Sheese brands, as well as manufacture specialised ingredients used in infant formula.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

About Us

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly . Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom.

All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.