Cheese Production Operator — Grow, Upskill & Lead on 4x10s

Saputo, Inc.; Hawes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 holidays

8 bank holidays

Site bonus up to £500/yr

Full training

3% Employer Pension Contribution

Health cash plan

Thrive wellbeing app

Discounted products

Onsite parking

Volunteer day

Staff discounts

Job summary

Saputo Dairy UK is hiring Production Operators for the Wensleydale Creamery site in Hawes, Yorkshire Dales. You will join a team of 3–6 operators on cheese production, processing and packaging, learning lines such as packaging, cheese smoking and preparation, and progressing to guide teams in safety and quality practices.

Roles are 40 hours per week, four 10-hour days, with a rotating day off. The hourly rate is £13.88, with full training and benefits.

Qualifications

• Good written and spoken English skills and clear communication.
• Ability to follow basic instructions and procedures to maintain quality.
• Basic numeracy and literacy aligned with food production standards.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through cheese production lines and packing areas.
• Follow SOPs, site policies and SSOW for safety and quality.
• Support health, safety and cost-management practices on shift.
• Conduct line quality checks and report non-conformances.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Manual handling

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Health & Safety Level 2

Tools

ENE filler

Vac-packer

Job description

Saputo Dairy UK is hiring Production Operators for the Wensleydale Creamery site in Hawes, Yorkshire Dales. You will join a team of 3–6 operators on cheese production, processing and packaging, learning lines such as packaging, cheese smoking and preparation, and progressing to guide teams in safety and quality practices.

Roles are 40 hours per week, four 10-hour days, with a rotating day off. The hourly rate is £13.88, with full training and benefits.