Process Technician

QUINTESSENTIAL BRANDS UK GROUP LTD; Penrhyndeudraeth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Heler Foods is seeking a motivated Production Operative to join our B Shift team. You will work on production lines, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency while supporting engineering and technical staff.

You will operate equipment, follow SOPs, and contribute to maintaining high product quality and on-time delivery in a fast-paced, food production environment. We value teamwork, reliability and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 Food Hygiene certification.
• Good understanding of health, safety and food safety standards.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in production environments or FMCG is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate production lines safely and efficiently, following SOPs.
• Monitor and adjust machinery to maintain output and quality.
• Follow production plans to complete orders on time and in full.
• Carry out food safety and quality checks and escalate issues when needed.

Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Health & Food Safety knowledge

Teamwork & independence

Food production experience

Job description

• Location Unit 6 Business Park,Minffordd,Penrhyndeudraeth, LL48 6LD,United Kingdom
• Manage Others No

Description

Location: Heler Foods – Production Department
Salary: £13.70 per hour
Contract: 4 on / 4 off | 7:00am–7:00pm | Permanent as well as Fixed Term Opportunities

At Heler Foods, our people are part of our extended Heler Family — the driving force behind everything we do. From crafting award-winning cheeses to delivering service that sets new standards, we work together to shape the future of food.

CHEESEMAKERS. FUTURE SHAPERS. CHANGEMAKERS.

Rooted in tradition and growing into the future, we’re bold, ambitious and proud of where we’re going next.

Every colleague has a voice here — and every step you take helps move us forward.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operative to join our B Shift team.

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to make a real impact in a business that’s transforming with pace, purpose and pride. Working closely with Production, Technical and Engineering teams, you’ll play an important role in keeping our operations running safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

In this role, you will:

• Operate production lines safely and efficiently, following all Safety and Quality Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)


• Monitor and adjust machinery to maintain production output and product quality


• Follow production plans to ensure customer orders are completed on time and in full


• Carry out food safety and quality checks accurately and promptly, escalating issues where required


• Maintain high housekeeping standards and support basic equipment troubleshooting to minimise downtime

You’ll be joining a workplace where collaboration and curiosity are encouraged. Where questioning “how it’s always been done” is part of daily life. And where discovering better ways of working is simply what we do.

ABOUT YOU

We want to work with people who are bold, ambitious and ready to shape the future — people who share our values and bring energy, ideas and commitment.

You’ll bring:

• Level 2 Food Hygiene certification


• Understanding of health, safety and food safety standards within a production environment


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Experience within food production or a similar FMCG environment (desirable)


• Experience operating production lines or automated equipment (desirable)


• Basic troubleshooting or maintenance skills (desirable)


• Behaviours aligned to our values: Be Better, Be Collaborative, Be Inquisitive, Be Yourself, Take Ownership

We’re also looking for someone who is:

• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a safe workplace


• Quality-focused with strong attention to detail


• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic


• A positive team player who supports colleagues and contributes to a great working environment


• Efficient, organised and trustworthy in everything they do

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success in this role means consistently delivering against key team goals, including:

• Meeting production output and schedule targets


• Completing all quality and food safety checks accurately


• Maintaining excellent health and safety standards


• Supporting hygiene and housekeeping expectations across the production area


• Demonstrating strong attendance and punctuality

WHY JOIN HELER FOODS?

Because we don’t just offer jobs — we shape careers.

Whether you’re just starting out, stepping up or bringing years of experience, we invest in our people so they can thrive and grow.

Here, you’ll find:

• Strong training foundations


• Clear, meaningful paths to progress


• A workplace where curiosity is celebrated


• A supportive, dynamic team environment


• A culture where continuous improvement is part of daily life

This is a place where you’ll feel empowered to make a change — and confident to take bold steps.

JOIN THE EXTENDED HELER FAMILY

Heler Foods: Rooted in tradition. Growing into the future.