Production Operator

Saputo Dairy UK; Bedworth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in the UK is seeking an Experienced Production Operator to join their team. The role involves working with a focus on cheese cutting and packing while ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines. Candidates should have experience in a food production setting and must hold relevant health and safety qualifications. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Site bonus scheme

Discounted products

Employee Assistance Program

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

On-site parking

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a food production environment is essential.
• Previous operator role in a similar setting is required.
• Familiarity with different types of machinery is important.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Operations team handling cheese cutting.
• Carry out line setup and operation of wrapping machines.
• Adhere to safety procedures and site policies.

Skills

Food production experience

Knowledge in Health and Safety

Ability to operate various machinery

Adaptability to production changes

Education

Level 2 Health & Safety qualification

Level 2 Food Safety qualification

Job description

Are you an Experienced Production Operator? Join us at our centre of excellence for cheese cutting and packing of the nation’s favourite cheeses.

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this overview, do not delay your application.

Location

Address: Walsingham Dr, Bermuda Park, Nuneaton CV10 7RG

Shift & Duties

Full‑time with 6‑2 shift & 24/7 roster (days & nights).

Salary

• Starting £24,180.00
• £31,055.76 depending on experience and shift

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Operations team in an air temperature of 12°C.
• Carry out cheese cutting, line set‑up, operation of wrapping machines, and use of machinery and material handling equipment.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures, Site Policies, and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).

Qualifications & Experience

• Experienced in a food production environment.
• Previous operator role in a similar setting.
• Knowledgeable in Health and Safety and possess a Level 2 Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience with manual handling, ideally in a manufacturing role.
• Able to adapt to an ever‑changing production environment.
• Familiar with different types of machinery.

Benefits

• Site bonus scheme (We Share Bonus) paid quarterly.
• Up to £800 annually in discounted SDUK products and other items.
• Health & Safety Level 2 qualification and Level 2 Food Safety qualification.
• Individual allocated lockers.
• Employee Assistance Programmes for employees and their families.
• Generous employer pension contributions.
• Mental Health First Aiders on site.
• Employee‑led forum to influence diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities across all divisions.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Claim money back on essential healthcare (e.g., eye care, acupuncture, sports massage).
• Life Assurance free.
• On‑site parking.
• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural or religious beliefs.
• Access to exclusive benefits, free advice, and savings from major UK retailers and service providers.
• Support for employment equity.

Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team. We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer and will provide any necessary adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

This role has been assessed and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.