Feed Mill Technician – 4-on 4-off (Day/Night)

Avara Foods; Banbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Avara Foods is seeking a Technical Operative for Banbury Mill. You will work with the Control Room Lead to operate and manage manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, quality, hygiene and production standards are met.

This hands-on role operates in a fast-paced animal feed facility, focusing on achieving specifications while maintaining efficiency. Shift pattern is 4 on 4 off, 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00.

Qualifications

• Full training will be provided.
• Manufacturing process understanding is advantageous.
• Basic Word and Excel skills are desirable.
• First Aid training is advantageous.
• Forklift licence is advantageous.
• HACCP Level 2 is advantageous.
• Basic Health & Safety knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect and test samples to ensure feed meets nutritional and quality standards.
• Complete production paperwork and maintain traceability records.
• Monitor stock levels in bins to maximise efficiency and control costs.
• Minimise downtime and ensure efficient use of production time.
• Liaise with raw material and transport teams to optimise production runs.
• Monitor feed quality and conduct daily PDI checks.
• Handle supplement bags up to 26kg when required.
• Ensure the mill operates safely and compliantly 24/7.
• Maintain cleaning schedules and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, Environmental and Biosecurity procedures.
• Report hazards, near misses and incidents in line with company policy.
• Promote company values and maintain confidentiality.
• Carry out other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

Skills

Manufacturing basics

MS Word/Excel

First Aid

Forklift licence

HACCP Level 2

Health & Safety

Job description

Avara Foods is seeking a Technical Operative for Banbury Mill. You will work with the Control Room Lead to operate and manage manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, quality, hygiene and production standards are met.

This hands-on role operates in a fast-paced animal feed facility, focusing on achieving specifications while maintaining efficiency. Shift pattern is 4 on 4 off, 06:00-18:00 / 18:00-06:00.