Cheese Preparation Warehouse Operative

Dale Farm; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Full training and PPE provided

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to join one of the UK's 1+

Job summary

Dale Farm is recruiting a Cheese Preparation Warehouse Operative for Ash Manor, Wrexham. You will prep cheese products for processing in a chilled environment, with full PPE provided and steady Monday–Friday shifts.

This hands-on role requires reliability, good teamwork, and the ability to follow strict food safety standards. Training will be provided, and you’ll join a leading UK dairy cooperative committed to development and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or food processing environment.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Responsibilities

• De-box cheese blocks ready for production.
• Decant cheese offcuts into designated containers for further processing.
• Prepare materials in line with production requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene.
• Accurately follow work instructions and production schedules.
• Support the efficient flow of products through the production process.
• Work closely with colleagues to achieve daily production targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Follow all company health, safety, quality, and food safety procedures.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties within the department.

Skills

Factory experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Manual handling

WMS experience

Job description

Closing Date : 16 November 2026 05:00 pm

Dale Farm Cooperative is a UK dairy farmer co-operative owned by over 1200 dairy farmers who supply us with fresh milk. Dale Farm has operations throughout the UK and Ireland producing and distributing a wide range of dairy products which it sells across the UK and Ireland as well as exporting to over 45 countries worldwide.

At Dale Farm virtually every career discipline is represented in our workforce, from production, engineering and distribution, to sales & marketing and food technology/quality assurance, to Finance, HR and IT through to general management. Our standards are high and when we recruit we are looking for those with energy and drive, who are keen for responsibility and motivated to succeed with a record of achievement and with the potential to develop as the company grows.

Culture

Our culture is based on setting best in class standards, working to-wards and delivering on committed objectives, striving for constant improvement and involving everyone in the company. We strive to develop our people and harness everyone's contribution to deliver a winning team.

The company is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to a safe, inclusive and relationship based workspace.

In return, we offer a high degree of responsibility, plenty of challenge, good opportunities for learning and personal development and rewarding benefit packages, all within a fast moving and results oriented environment.

Cheese Preparation Warehouse Operative - Ash Manor Cheese, Wrexham

Are you looking for a hands-on role with a great work-life balance and the opportunity to be part of a leading food manufacturing business?

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Cheese Preparation Warehouse Operative to join our team at Ash Manor, Wrexham. This permanent position offers a consistent Monday to Friday shift pattern, providing the benefit of regular working hours and no weekend working.

Shift Pattern

• Week 1: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Week 2: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Monday to Friday

About Dale Farm

Dale Farm is a leading UK dairy farmer-owned cooperative, with over 1,200 farming families supplying fresh milk. We manufacture and distribute a wide range of dairy products across the UK, Ireland, and more than 45 countries worldwide.

We pride ourselves on creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace where people can develop their skills, contribute to a successful team, and build rewarding careers.

The Role

As a Cheese Preparation Warehouse Operative, you will play an important role in supporting our production operations by preparing cheese products for processing and packing.

This is a physically active role involving the handling of cheese products throughout the shift. You will work within a chilled food production environment, ensuring products are prepared safely, efficiently, and in line with food safety and quality standards. Full thermal PPE and protective clothing will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• De-box cheese blocks ready for production.
• Decant cheese offcuts into designated containers for further processing.
• Prepare materials in line with production requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, quality, and hygiene.
• Accurately follow work instructions and production schedules.
• Support the efficient flow of products through the production process.
• Work closely with colleagues to achieve daily production targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Follow all company health, safety, quality, and food safety procedures.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties within the department.

What You'll Need

• Experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or food processing environment.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work on your own initiative when required.
• Ability to carry out manual handling activities throughout the shift.
• Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience working to food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

What's In It For You?

• Monday to Friday shift pattern
• Rotating shifts offering benefit of shift allowance, variety and flexibility.
• Full training and PPE provided
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to join one of the UK's leading dairy businesses