Liquid Process Operator - Taw Valley

ARLA; Clyst St. George; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy producer is seeking a Liquid Process Operator at their facility in Clyst St. George. The role involves operating equipment, processing milk and cream with high quality standards, and maintaining safety protocols. Candidates should be self-motivated, with essential numeracy and literacy skills to meet deadlines. This position offers a competitive salary, career development, and training opportunities, along with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

26.5 days holiday

Employer pension matched up to 6%

X4 annual salary life assurance cover

Strong career development & training

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position is preferred; full training will be provided.
• Self‑motivated, accountable, and methodical approach.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing equipment to ensure quality standards.
• Unload and dispatch dairy products while ensuring compliance.
• Complete documentation for production and quality checks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong numeracy

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

About the Role

As a Liquid Process Operator you will be a multi‑skilled operator as part of a high‑performance team supporting daily operations and meeting short‑ and long‑term goals, reporting into the Area Lead – Liquid Process. Working 4 on 4 off (days & night shift pattern) in a 12‑hour shift at our Arla Foods Taw Valley Creamery, your role involves operating, monitoring, and cleaning processing equipment such as clarifiers, separators, pasteurizers, filtration units, and various valve types, as well as handling associated pump operations. You will also be responsible for using this equipment to process all whey and cream to the highest quality standards, safely unloading milk delivered to the site, and dispatching sweet and whey cream while ensuring all products are within specification.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain processing equipment such as clarifiers, separators, pasteurizers, filtration units, valves, and pumps, ensuring all whey and cream are processed to the highest quality standards.
• Unload milk delivered to the site safely and dispatch sweet and whey cream while ensuring products remain within specification.
• Actively contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by following safety protocols and identifying hazards.
• Complete accurate paperwork and documentation for production runs, quality checks, and procedural compliance.
• Ensure the department remains audit ready in terms of cleaning, hygiene, food safety, and paperwork.
• Monitor and review processes to achieve departmental KPIs, recording and communicating any deviations to the LCO team and Liquid Process Technicians.
• Collaborate with maintenance and team members to minimise lost time from breakdowns, participate in AR‑LEAN initiatives, process optimisation, and mandatory training courses for continuous improvement.
• Report to the Area Lead – Liquid Process.
• Work both nights and days, covering all shift sides during holidays or sickness.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position is preferred; full training will be provided.
• Self‑motivated, accountable, and methodical approach following company procedures.
• Strong numeracy and literacy, good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong IT skills and keen attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of dairy science is an added advantage.

About Arla

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better and providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment while taking care at every step. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth and where everyone feels valued and empowered, collaboration is the core of our culture.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• 26.5 days holiday
• Employer pension matched up to 6%
• X4 annual salary life assurance cover
• Strong career development & training (internal and external)