Process Operator

Mars, Incorporated; Castle Cary; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company located in Castle Cary is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Associate for a hands-on role. You will ensure the smooth operation of machinery, maintain safety and quality standards, and manage raw materials effectively. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £31,500 to £33,400, performance bonuses, and exceptional benefits including private healthcare and a generous pension plan. Join a purpose-driven team committed to growth and development.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Private healthcare

Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)

Gym membership

Annual leave starting at 24 days, increasing with service

Free perks on site: parking, coffee, fruit, employee shop

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and quality standards.
• Confident using Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Full driving licence and own transport.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organised.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient production runs and quality outputs.
• Prepare, load, and safely store raw materials.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Health & Safety awareness

IT skills

Personal skills

Job description

Overview

Castle Cary

£31,500 – £33,400 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE)

+ Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

Hours

32 Hours per week – Weekend

Shift pattern: 32 hours per week, including weekend shifts and 1 weekday shift

Why Join Us?

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with perks like fun freebies and development programs. As a Mars Associate, you have our commitment to growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

The Role

This is a hands-on role ensuring raw materials and machinery are running smoothly to keep our production process efficient and safe. You’ll play a key part in quality, safety, and output while working across different shifts. Shift Pattern 32 Hours:

• Week 1:
• Sat 10am – 10pm
• Sun 10am–10pm
• Weekday – 1 shift either day/night
• Week 2:
• Fri 10pm-10am
• Sat 10pm-10am
• Weekday – 1 shift either day/night

…and then repeat.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
• Free perks on site: parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

What We’re Looking For

• Manufacturing experience: Minimum 1 year in a production/manufacturing environment
• Health & Safety awareness: Strong understanding of H&S and quality standards
• IT skills: Confident using Outlook, Word & Excel
• Transport: Full driving licence + own transport
• Personal skills: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage time effectively

Key Responsibilities

• Operate & monitor machinery: Ensure efficient production runs and quality outputs
• Handle materials: Prepare, load, and safely store raw materials
• Record keeping: Maintain accurate production records and reports
• Safety first: Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe workplace

What You Can Expect from Mars

• Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping “the world we want tomorrow”
• Access world-class training & development from day one
• Join a company with an industry-leading salary and benefits package