Production Operative

Müller UK & Ireland; Stroud; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced overtime rate

Monthly paid

Salary sacrifice Pension up to 4%

Life Assurance at 2x salary

5 weeks holiday

Job summary

Müller UK & Ireland is hiring a Production Operative for our Severnside site in Stroud. This full-time, permanent role offers a starting salary and a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 days/2 nights, 7-7). You will help run our dairy operations, support the production plan, and ensure top food safety and hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate is organised, reliable, and a strong team player, able to adapt to chill and ambient environments. Training and progression opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in temperature-controlled FMCG operations.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Familiarity with production control systems (e.g., DPS, OEE, Mainsaver).
• Basic Food Hygiene and HACCP awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily production plan and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Operate within legal compliance and company procedures.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and waste reduction strategies.
• Maintain equipment and report issues promptly.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and site performance targets.
• Practice Clean As You Go and uphold 5S workplace standards.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental management systems.

Skills

Organised

Team player

Resilient

Quality focus

Tools

AS400

SAP

Job description

Join Our Team as a Production Operative

Contract: Full Time/Permanent

Salary: Starting from £33,237.62

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off 2 days 2 nights (7-7)

Location: Severnside - Stroud

Are you reliable, resilient, and ready to make a difference in a fast-paced production environment? We're looking for a motivated Production Operative to help us deliver excellence every day.

What You'll Do

As a Production Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of our dairy operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the daily production plan and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Operating within legal compliance and company procedures.
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives and waste reduction strategies.
• Maintaining equipment and reporting any issues promptly.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects and site performance targets.
• Practicing a Clean As You Go approach and upholding our 5S workplace standards.
• Promoting health, safety, and environmental management systems.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Organised and reliable- able to manage time effectively in a time-sensitive operation.
• Team players- collaborative and communicative across all levels.
• Resilient and adaptable- comfortable working across chill and ambient environments.
• Committed to quality- focused on maintaining product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Skills andExperience

Essential experience includes:

• Working in temperature-controlled FMCG operations.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Familiarity with production control systems (e.g., DPS, OEE, Mainsaver).
• Basic Food Hygiene and HACCP awareness.
• Experience with AS400 or SAP systems is desirable.

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a team that values:

• Enhanced overtime rate
• Monthly paid
• Salary sacrifice Pension scheme with Muller matching up to 4%
• Life Assurance at 2 x your annual salary
• We know it's important to take time to spend with family and friends, we give you the equivalent of *5 weeks holiday
• We offer training and development opportunities to help you grow and succeed in your role.

At Müller, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage people to apply even if they don't meet every requirement listed. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know - we're happy to support you.

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