Process Operator

ForFarmers Group; Bury St Edmunds; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ForFarmers UK Limited is seeking a Process Operator to join the mill shift production team, covering all production disciplines. You will press and blend in the mill and perform production tasks, with fault finding on plant equipment and supporting your Shift Team.

Working a 12-hour continental shift pattern across seven days, the role emphasises quality, safe working practices, efficient resource use, and data entry for OEE, SAP and other production records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the industry or similar production/manufacturing environment.
• Good communicator, ability to communicate at different levels.
• Some knowledge of plant processes.

Responsibilities

• Run the blend and press plants to contribute to manufacturing output.
• Monitor and maintain quality standards at optimum output.
• Ensure safe working practices are implemented.
• Utilise plant to achieve efficient use of resources.
• Attend to data transfer for OEE, SAP and other production records.
• Keep the mill clean and tidy and adopt 5S practices.
• Carry out routine plant maintenance.

Skills

Production experience

Communication skills

Plant process knowledge

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Process Operator to work as part of the mill shift production team to work across all production disciplines.

You will be a fully trained mill operator who is able to press and blend within the mill and is able to perform all other production tasks, who is able to carry out first level fault finding and rectification, on production plant equipment, assisting your Shift Team as required.

You will be working a 12-hour continental shift pattern covering days and nights, across a 7-day operation.

Tasks and responsibilities

To contribute to the manufacturing output by running the blend and press plants.

To monitor and maintain quality standards at optimum output.

To ensure that safe working practices are implemented.

To utilise plant to achieve efficient use of resources.

To attend to the data transfer required for OEE, SAP and other production records.

To keep the mill clean and tidy and adopt good 5S working practices.

To carry out routine plant maintenance.

Role Requirements

Previous experience in the industry or similar production/manufacturing environment

Good communicator, ability to communicate at different levels

Some knowledge of plant processes

Applications

We value diversity in our workplace and welcome enquiries from everyone.

Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria on the Gov.UK website.

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You’ll make a direct impact on creating a more sustainable agricultural sector. It’s all about making an impact: with your knowledge and commitment, you truly help farmers move forward.

At the heart of the agricultural sector

Working at ForFarmers means being right at the center of agriculture. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll feel the connection — we work side by side with our farmers every step of the way.

Fully committed to your growth

ForFarmers offers extensive training opportunities, including personal coaching and tailored development programs. You’ll gain not only theoretical knowledge but also practical experience, with guidance that fits your individual needs.