Production Operative - Aylesbury Dairy

Arla Foods; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods is seeking a Production Operative for their Aylesbury Dairy, the largest fresh milk site in Europe. This full-time, permanent role involves monitoring production lines across day and night shifts, ensuring safety and quality in the operation. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, awareness of health and safety standards, and prior experience in the FMCG sector. Join a leading dairy company committed to sustainability and innovation, and enjoy competitive benefits including a staff shop, pension contributions, and a festive cheese hamper.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discounted on-site staff shop

Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen

Cheese Hamper for Christmas

Qualifications

• Good communicator with ability to understand instructions.
• Health and safety awareness essential.
• Experience in an FMCG or related company preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor running of production lines to ensure key targets are achieved.
• Daily operation of filling/labelling machinery efficiently.
• Perform quality inspections on materials and finished products.

Skills

Communication

Health and Safety Awareness

Quality Awareness

Time Keeping

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

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As a Production Operative at our flagship Aylesbury Dairy you will play an integral part in the production of our fantastic dairy products. Our Aylesbury site is the largest fresh milk site in Europe where we produce for most of the UK retailers under their own brand. The site is same size footprint as 30 Wembley Stadiums!

We are looking for somebody to join the team on a full time, permanent basis, covering both days and night 12 hour shifts you will monitor the running of our production lines ensuring key targets are achieved.

About the job

• Full time, 12 hour shifts which will include both day and nights over a 5 week shift pattern
• Daily operation of container filling/labelling machinery safely and efficiently to produce top quality products
• Report and/or correct safety issues. Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and surroundings
• Perform quality inspections on materials and finished product. Quality checks to include, codes, seals and weights
• Responsible for proper and accurate product/package/code changes
• Perform all filling/labelling operator CIP duties and surface foaming with mechanical cleaning for all other areas in accordance with specified cleaning schedules
• Perform simple preventative maintenance, i.e. clean, inspect, lubricate and tighten
• Monitor equipment and process performance and correct /raise issues before they become problem

What you’ll need to be successful in the role

• Good communicator with ability to understand instructions
• Health and safety awareness
• Quality awareness
• Strong Performer with good attendance and Time keeping record, who is willing to learn further skills
• Previous experience in an FMCG or related company
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent is desirable to demonstrate basic level of vocational learning ability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
• Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen
• Cheese Hamper for every member of staff at Christmas!

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods

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 producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.

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