Process Technician - Stourton

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy cooperative is seeking a Technician to join their Process Operations Department in Leeds. This full-time role includes responsibilities like order management using SAP and upholding safety standards. The ideal candidate will have operational experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and be a team player. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual pay review

Pension matched up to 6%

Life salary assurance

Flexible benefits

Training and development

Discounted products

Christmas cheese hamper

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational role within a manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of lean tools and techniques.
• Ability to uphold GMP and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to achieve performance targets.
• Manage process orders using SAP.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and company policies.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Confident communication

Team player

Leadership behaviors

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.

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application)
• 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.