Process Technician - Settle

Arla Foods; Settle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Process Technician, where your expertise will drive improvements in a quality-focused environment. You'll operate state-of-the-art machinery, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact while working within a passionate team dedicated to sustainability and innovation in the dairy industry. If you're a proactive problem solver with a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environment is essential.
• Strong integrity and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal use of equipment and implement improvements.
• Monitor KPIs and manage process failures effectively.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

IT Skills

Lean Tools

Education

Technical Qualification

Previous Technician Experience

Tools

Plant Master

Job description

Arla Foods Settle Dairy BD24

What will the role look like?

As a Process Technician, you will be an essential part of site production, operating state-of-the-art machinery daily. You will have the opportunity to make an impact by generating ideas and implementing improvements. You will be a problem solver, a technical expert, and a key person for all liquid processing activities. Additionally, you will be a valued team member working within a quality-driven, passionate team.

Your main goal is to ensure the optimal use of equipment and to implement ONECI initiatives, leading to tangible savings. You will also be responsible for training Process Technicians to become Plant Masters and ensuring the correct behaviors and efficiency of the equipment in use.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to a healthy, inclusive, and safe work environment, and exemplifying our character mindset.
• Supporting Continuous Improvement through Lean Tools.
• Monitoring departmental KPIs, minimizing, managing, and reporting losses.
• Operating machines and processing equipment via operating interfaces.
• Identifying and addressing root causes of problems.
• Running departmental processes and resolving process failures.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions, and implementing solutions.
• Participating in the development and optimization of washing processes.
• Ensuring compliance with quality and food safety standards within your area, including HACCP procedures.
• Handling nonconforming products and determining pass/fail criteria.
• Managing product recipes, article numbers, and additives, understanding their functions.
• Organizing projects and implementing changes independently, reporting progress to the Team Leader or SLT.
• Exercising good time management and demonstrating priority-driven leadership.

Background/experience

Are you a proactive problem solver and quick thinker committed to driving solutions?

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in an FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• A natural problem-solving ability.
• A strong sense of professional integrity and a passion for high-quality work with a safety mindset.
• The ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Proficiency in Plant Master.
• Previous technician experience or similar roles are preferred.

*Please note that this is a days-based secondment role, which may include both day and night shifts as needed. The secondment lasts for 6 months, with specific goals to be discussed during the interview process, including proving real savings.

If interested, please contact Tony Clapham, Talent Acquisition Partner.

We are not partnered with recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask agencies not to submit CVs, as these will not be considered or deemed to constitute agency ownership. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to high-quality products, sustainability, and innovation. We are passionate about our people and our planet, aiming to make nutritious dairy products accessible to all. Join Arla Foods and be part of a cooperative dedicated to sustainability and industry leadership.

We value diversity and collaboration, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to be their authentic selves. Together, we can achieve new heights in the dairy industry.