Process Operator

ForFarmers

Rougham

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Rougham is seeking a Process Operator to join their mill shift production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating blend and press plants, ensuring quality standards, and carrying out routine maintenance. Ideal applicants should possess experience in a production environment and show strong problem-solving and communication skills. This is a full-time entry-level position with a focus on safe working practices and efficient use of resources.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in the industry or a similar production/manufacturing environment.
  • Some knowledge of plant processes.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the manufacturing output by running the blend and press plants.
  • Monitor and maintain quality standards at optimum output.
  • Ensure that safe working practices are implemented.
  • Utilise plant to achieve efficient use of resources.
  • Carry out routine plant maintenance.

Skills

Team player
Problem-solving skills
Good communicator
Self-motivated

Job description

Process Operator

Reporting to: Team Supervisor
Reference: R8954

We are currently recruiting a Process Operator to work as part of the mill shift production team across all production disciplines. You will be a fully trained mill operator capable of pressing and blending within the mill and performing all other production tasks, carrying out first‑level fault finding and rectification on production plant equipment, and assisting your Shift Team as required.

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the manufacturing output by running the blend and press plants.
  • Monitor and maintain quality standards at optimum output.
  • Ensure that safe working practices are implemented.
  • Utilise plant to achieve efficient use of resources.
  • Attend to the data transfer required for OEE, SAP and other production records.
  • Keep the mill clean and tidy and adopt good 5S working practices.
  • Carry out routine plant maintenance.
Role Requirements
  • Previous experience in the industry or a similar production/manufacturing environment.
  • Team player, can‑do attitude, self‑motivated.
  • Good communicator, able to speak at different levels.
  • Some knowledge of plant processes.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills.
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. Please make us aware if you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in this process. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

Seniority Level
  • Entry level
Employment Type
  • Full‑time
Job Function
  • Management and Manufacturing
Industries
  • Animal Feed Manufacturing
Contact

ForFarmers UK Limited
Horizon House, Fred Castle Way
Rougham Industrial Estate,
Rougham, Bury St Edmunds, IP30 9ND

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