Powder Production Operator - 12h Shifts, Training & Growth

Lactalis Ltd.; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension salary sacrifice

Life assurance

EV car scheme

Holiday entitlement

Discounted products

Employee assistance

Training & development

Career progression

Supportive environment

Job summary

Lactalis Ltd. is hiring a Powder Operator for our Caledonian Cheese Company site in Stranraer. The role involves operating and monitoring whey powder production processes, with full training provided to ensure safe and efficient operations.

We offer a competitive hourly rate of £15.03, enhanced weekend and unsocial hours rates, and a range of benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance and career development opportunities within a global dairy business.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production or similar environments.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately and maintain high safety standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work a 12-hour shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.
• Forklift experience or licence is advantageous but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor powder production equipment and processes.
• Carry out routine checks and sampling to ensure product quality and process standards.
• Complete production records accurately and maintain product traceability.
• Operate a forklift truck where required, with training provided.
• Monitor equipment and report faults, breakdowns or process issues.
• Support cleaning activities and maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping.
• Follow site food safety, health and safety, quality and environmental procedures.
• Work with colleagues across production, engineering and quality to support plant operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and safety/quality/performance initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Communication

Teamwork

Shift work

Forklift experience

Job description

Lactalis Ltd. is hiring a Powder Operator for our Caledonian Cheese Company site in Stranraer. The role involves operating and monitoring whey powder production processes, with full training provided to ensure safe and efficient operations.

We offer a competitive hourly rate of £15.03, enhanced weekend and unsocial hours rates, and a range of benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance and career development opportunities within a global dairy business.