Production Operative Part time

Muller UK & Ireland; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5% Bonus

Career progression

Free yogurts

Company pension

Life assurance

Discounts via Muller Rewards

Uniform/PPE

Job summary

Müller UK & Ireland is seeking a Part-time Trainee Technical Operator for the Filling department at our Market Drayton site. You will support production, operate machinery, and help meet safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires basic food hygiene and mechanical aptitude with a collaborative, proactive approach. Shift pattern includes days and nights, with a 2 on/6 off cycle, located in Market Drayton. A competitive salary of £15,539.49 and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Relevant food manufacturing qualification/experience would be advantageous.
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• Health & Safety Knowledge/Training.
• Mechanical Handling Equipment experience.
• Technical Processing Plant / Machine Knowledge.
• Teamwork & Collaboration.
• Good communicator - verbally and written.
• Good mechanical aptitude (Essential).

Responsibilities

• Operating manufacturing machinery in accordance to procedures.
• A proactive approach to all matters concerning Health & Safety
• Ability to co-operate with the employer in assisting them to fulfil their statutory duties
• Meeting operational line / plant targets / waste targets
• Meeting Individual targets
• Minimising machine / plant down time
• Maintaining the hygienic standards of the production environment and general housekeeping of the working area
• Carrying out of basic routine maintenance (mechanical aptitude is essential)
• Striving to achieve the highest quality product, highlighting any concerns to your manager
• Prompt fault finding and timely corrective action or escalation.
• Having a flexible approach to your work arrangements

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Health & Safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Food manufacturing

Safety training

Education

Food manufacturing qualification

Experience in food manufacturing

Tools

Mechanical Handling Equipment

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Part time Trainee Technical Operator to join our Filling department at our Market Drayton site. You'll be part of Müller's UK Manufacturing Operation, helping us produce high-quality products efficiently, safely, and to specification.

Shift Pattern: 2 on / 6 off (Days & Nights)
Location: Market Drayton
Salary: £15,539.49

The Ideal candidate will have production machine experience and knowledge within Technical Processing Plant operative, ideally in a food manufacturing environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Operating manufacturing machinery in accordance to procedures.
• A proactive approach to all matters concerning Health & Safety
• Ability to co-operate with the employer in assisting them to fulfil their statutory duties
• Meeting operational line / plant targets / waste targets
• Meeting Individual targets
• Minimising machine / plant down time
• Maintaining the hygienic standards of the production environment and general housekeeping of the working area
• Carrying out of basic routine maintenance (mechanical aptitude is essential)
• Striving to achieve the highest quality product, highlighting any concerns to your manager
• Prompt fault finding and timely corrective action or escalation.
• Having a flexible approach to your work arrangements

Key skills & experience

• Relevant food manufacturing qualification/experience would be advantageous
• Basic Food Hygiene
• Relevant Health & Safety Knowledge/Training
• Mechanical Handling Equipment experience
• Technical Processing Plant / Machine Knowledge
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Good communicator - verbally and written
• Good mechanical aptitude (Essential)

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary of £15,539.49
• 5% Bonus
• Progression routes and career development / continuous training
• Free yogurts!
• Company Pension
• X2 Life Assurance
• Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts
• Free uniform/PPE
• To be part of a globally recognised brand

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.