Process Technician - Stourton

TG Arla; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy cooperative in Leeds is seeking a full-time Technician in the Process Operations Department. The ideal candidate will have operational experience in manufacturing, along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities include process order management and upholding safety and quality standards. The role offers competitive salary and attractive benefits, including 24 bookable holidays and annual pay reviews.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 bookable days holidays

Annual Pay review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

Access to discounted products

Training and development commitment

Cheese hamper at Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational role within a manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of lean tools and techniques.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture.
• Manage process orders using SAP systems.
• Maintain Food Safety and GMP procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communicator

Team player

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently recruiting for 1 Technician to work within the Process Operations Department on a full time basis. The working hours for this role will be 42 hours per week, working on a shift Rota of 4on4off – 2D2N, this role Includes bookable holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application)
• 24 bookable days holidays
• Annual Pay review
• Employer pension matched up to 6% (12% total contributory)
• 4 x annual life salary assurance
• Flexible Benefits- buy additional annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
• People agenda commitment to training and development
• Access to discounted Arla products
• Most importantly- a cheese hamper at Christmas!

What will the role involve?

Reporting into the LCO Core Team Leader, the role will involve working as part of a closely knit team of skilled Technicians to achieve and surpass processing and production targets through the use of performance management tools and process confirmation.

Key responsibilities include;

• Promotes and practices a strong safety culture amongst the team whilst upholding a high level of GMP and adhere to 5S standards.
• Process order management using SAP systems.
• Ensuring that company policies and procedures are maintained with regard to Food Safety, GMP, Customer Codes of Practice, Health & safety. Environment and operating practices.
• Contributing to site Key Performance Indicators and Tactical Implementation Plans

What you’ll need in order to be successful in the role

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the correct leadership behaviours that a role of this nature demands. You will be a confident communicator and team player with strong attention to detail. Ideally, you will have experience in an operational role within a manufacturing or logistics environment with knowledge of lean tools and techniques. Computer skillsare required with previous use of SAP and Microsoft Office advantageous.

Things We’d Love To Tell You About Our Stourton Site

• Our Stourton site takes in 2.2 million litres of milk daily
• It produces around 660 million litres of the nation’s favourites per year from 16 automated filling lines
• From Stourton we produce over 225 SKUs within 10 different product groups, such as Cravendale & BOB filtered milk, flavoured milk, creams, alcohol cream, custards and cottage cheese.
• The site has received c.£315 million in investment since 2004

Things We’d Love To Tell You About Arla

• We are a farmer- owned cooperative. That means we are committed to partnering with farmers so they are guaranteed a fair price for their milk.
• We experimented with poo powered trucks (google it- you won’t regret it), and built the world’s first ever 100% carbon neutral dairy. All as part of our ongoing commitment to combatting climate change.
• We are the producer of Lurpak, one of the world’s most iconic butter brands.
• We are a Danish business, operating across the UK, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, North America, South America and other regions across the globe.

Next steps

Please apply using the link or reach out to Jessica Thwaite, Talent Partner at Arla Foods. The closing date for applications is 5th December 2025.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

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 natural, sustainable 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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