Process Technician - Stourton

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

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the United Kingdom seeks a Process Technician to join their production team. The role involves operating state-of-the-art machinery, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining safety protocols within the dairy processing department. Ideal candidates should have a background in FMCG or manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a GCSE in Maths and English. This full-time position offers a rotating shift pattern and an extensive benefits package, ensuring a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days holiday

Annual pay review

Employer pension matched up to 6%

On-site canteen and gym

Discounted Arla products

Cheese hamper at Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience working in FMCG or manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in liquid processing or dairy industry advantageous.
• Able to work in a rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Operate SCADA systems and perform laboratory testing.
• Monitor equipment performance and resolve minor breakdowns.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and company procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and KPI achievement.

Skills

Confident communicator

Strong attention to detail

Reliability

Good timekeeping skills

Ability to work independently

Team working skills

Flexibility

PC / IT skills

Knowledge of SAP systems

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English

Tools

SAP systems

Excel

Job description

Process Technician

Stourton Dairy

LS10

Rotating Shift Pattern (Days & Nights 4 on 4 off)

Reporting into the Process LCO Team Leader, you will be integral to site production. Working as part of our closely-knit team of skilled Technicians, you will be responsible for the quality and technical areas within the process department to produce the highest quality dairy products in a reliable and cost-effective way. You will be in charge of operating state of the art machinery within the process area, which could be raw milk reception, milk pasteurisation, cream mixing and pasteurisation or cheese-making. Once fully-skilled, you will be trained within at least three process areas. This is a key role within the team where you will ensure the quality of raw and finished products meet the required standards, adhering to the relevant legal and technical requirements.

How will you make an impact?

• Operate SCADA systems for the operation of milk intake, liquid processing / mixing, cleaning in place (CIP)
• Laboratory testing linking to the passing and releasing of raw & finished products
• To achieve departmental KPI targets i.e Safety, Quality, efficiency, wastage, cost etc.
• Monitor equipment performance, carry out basic problem solving tasks, resolve minor breakdowns & raise issues before they become problems
• Maintain and ensure that company policies and procedures are maintained with regard to Food Safety, GMP, Customer Codes of Practice, Health & safety. Environment and operating practices.
• Follow departmental instructions, procedures, maintain records & SAP inputs
• Contribute & seek continuous improvement to achieve departmental KPIs
• Actively promote communication links & good working relationships with fellow team members, drivers, hauliers & other relevant departments
• Contribute to investigation of non-conformances, team reporting and decision-making process
• Ensure awareness of & compliance with quality & food safety requirements within your area of responsibility
• 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
• We are currently recruiting for Process Technicians 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 4-on 4-off after training, this role Includes bookable holidays.

What will you need to succeed?

• Work a 4-on 4-off shift pattern. You’ll work 2 days 2 nights, then 4 off, which will include some weekends.
• Confident communicator and team player with strong attention to detail
• Reliability with good timekeeping skills
• Able to work on your own initiative with strong team working skills & flexible attitude to work
• Ability to work and make decisions independently
• Experience working within an FMCG or manufacturing environment. Previous experiences within liquid processing or the dairy industry would be advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided.
• Educated to GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English
• Good PC / IT skills with knowledge of excel. An understanding of SAP systems is advantageous

Benefits

• Competitive salary (salary discussed at application)
• 24 days holiday
• 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.
• On-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale &our Arla Protein range
• On-site canteen and gym
• People agenda commitment to training and development
• Access to discounted Arla products
• Most importantly- a cheese hamper at Christmas!

Want to apply?

Please apply using the link. For any questions ahead of applying please reach out to Rachel McDaid, Senior Talent Partner at [e-mail] The closing date for applications is 10th June 2025

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