Process operator - Felinfach

Arla Group; Felinfach; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla is seeking a Process Operator at Felinfach to operate and control manufacturing processes, following procedures and Critical Process Control Points to safely deliver the production plan. You will gain training to work with manual and automated control systems, contributing to safety, quality and efficiency on the production line.

You will be joining a team-focused environment where keeping production running smoothly, maintaining hygiene and food safety standards, and following HACCP

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to health & safety, food safety, hygiene and quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a production team and communicate across the site.
• Practical approach to operating manufacturing equipment and following process requirements.
• Ability to accurately complete process, quality and stock records.
• Willingness to learn how to operate site processing and packing systems (manual & automated).
• Knowledge or experience of membrane filtration, evaporation and drying in dairy/whey manufacturing is advantageous.
• Relevant qualifications in Dairy Hygiene, HACCP, IOSH Health & Safety and fork truck operation are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control manufacturing processes in line with procedures and Critical Process Control Points.
• Support production targets while maintaining safety, quality and hygiene standards.
• Record checks and data accurately; communicate issues to the team promptly.
• Collaborate with shifts and other site colleagues to sustain production performance.

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Process Operator to join our Production team at Felinfach.

In this hands-on role, you will help operate and control our manufacturing processes, working to established procedures and Critical Process Control Points to safely and efficiently deliver the production plan. You will work across a range of manufacturing activities and, following appropriate training, operate both manual and automated process control systems.

Working closely with the Shift Production Lead, the Shift Production Manager and colleagues across the site, you will play an important part in maintaining production performance, quality, food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.

About you

You are a practical and safety-conscious team player who takes pride in doing things right first time. You understand the importance of following procedures, completing accurate checks and records, and taking appropriate action when something isn't right.

You communicate well with others and enjoy being part of a team, while being confident taking responsibility for your own work. You will be comfortable working within a busy manufacturing environment where safety, quality and operational performance are key priorities.

Who we think will thrive

This role will suit someone who enjoys being hands-on and playing an active part in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

You will thrive if you

• Enjoy working as part of a close-knit production team.
• Take a proactive approach to safety, quality and hygiene.
• Are comfortable following processes and completing accurate checks and records.
• Enjoy solving practical problems and taking corrective action when needed.
• Take pride in helping the team achieve production, quality and performance targets.
• Are keen to learn and develop your knowledge of our manufacturing processes.

These points reflect the role's responsibilities for production performance, process and quality checks, food hygiene, HACCP, health and safety, maintenance support and communication.

What youwill bring

• A strong commitment to health & safety, food safety, hygiene and quality.
• The ability to work effectively within a production team and communicate across different areas of the site.
• A practical approach to operating manufacturing equipment and following process requirements.
• The ability to accurately complete process, quality and stock records.
• A willingness to learn how to operate the site's processing and packing systems using manual and automated controls.
• Relevant knowledge or experience of membrane filtration, evaporation and drying processes within dairy or whey manufacturing would be beneficial.
• Relevant qualifications or certification in areas such as Dairy Hygiene, HACCP, IOSH Health & Safety and fork truck operation would also be beneficial.

Shape the Future of Dairy

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

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