Production Operative

Mole Valley Farmers; Lifton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Store discount

Free parking

33 days leave

Training & development

Career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance

Retail Trust

Colleague benefits

Family leave

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers is seeking a Production Operative at Lifton Mill to support our feed mill operations. This full‑time role involves 44 hours per week on a rotating day pattern with one in three Saturdays, contributing to safe and efficient manufacturing, packing, and dispatching of products for our agricultural customers.

You’ll work in a fast‑paced environment, adhere to health and safety standards, and pursue clear progression opportunities within the Mole Valley Farmers group.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, manufacturing or agricultural environments.
• Basic mechanical understanding and ability to operate machinery.
• Strong Health & Safety awareness and compliance standards.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, reliable, and team‑oriented approach.
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Forklift license preferred; training will be given.

Responsibilities

• Operate mill equipment and process systems safely and efficiently.
• Manage weighbridge procedures and quality control.
• Operate bagging and packing systems and maintain records.
• Monitor stock levels and support stock control.
• Load vehicles and serve customers with accuracy and care.
• Support compliance audits and following medicated procedures.
• Maintain clean and tidy work areas and report equipment issues.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet production targets.

Skills

Production experience

Mechanical understanding

Health & Safety awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team‑oriented

Shift work

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Production

Location: Lifton Mill

Description

We’re looking for a reliable, hands‑on individual to join us as a Production Operative, playing a key role in delivering high‑quality service and support across our agricultural operations. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to be part of a team that supports British agriculture, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full‑time

Hours of Work: 44 hours working a weekly rotational day shift pattern and one in three Saturdays

As a Production Operative, you’ll be central to the day‑to‑day running of our feed mill operations. You’ll help ensure products are manufactured, packed, and dispatched safely and efficiently, while maintaining compliance with company standards and industry regulations.

This is a fantastic entry point into the business, with clear progression opportunities. Career paths can lead to roles such as LGV Driver, Production Planner, Engineer, or other positions across the wider Mole Valley Farmers group.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating mill equipment and process systems safely and efficiently
• Managing weighbridge procedures and quality control
• Operating bagging and packing systems and maintaining accurate records
• Monitoring stock levels and supporting stock control
• Loading vehicles and serving customers with accuracy and care
• Supporting compliance audits and following medicated procedures
• Maintaining clean and tidy work areas and reporting equipment issues
• Working collaboratively with the team to meet production targets

About You

• Experience in a production, manufacturing, or agricultural environment
• Basic mechanical understanding and ability to operate machinery
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety and compliance standards
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, reliable, and team‑oriented approach
• Willingness to work shifts and adapt to changing priorities
• Forklift license preferred but not essential as training will be given to the right candidate.

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies