Production Operator

Saputo Inc.; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We Share Bonus scheme

Inclusive working environment

Opportunities for progression within £

Enhanced employer pension

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Job summary

Saputo Dairy UK is seeking a production operative to operate and set up production machinery on a 12-hour shift pattern, including days and nights across a 7-day week. The role focuses on meeting health, safety, quality and cost requirements while maintaining high standards of operation.

You will follow SOPs, site policies and Safe Systems of Work, with training provided, and contribute to a collaborative team environment to ensure consistent output and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating and setting up production machinery.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Detail and quality-focused with ability to record checks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up production machinery and carry out tasks to meet targets.
• Carry out manual handling tasks and machine operations on the line.
• Ensure health, safety, quality and cost requirements are met and followed.
• Adhere to SOPs, site policies and safe systems of work with training provided.

Skills

Production machinery operation

Food safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation's favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), dairy ingredients and dairy free products.

Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts, days, and nights in blocks of 3 shifts across the 7-day week, alternating 6am to 6pm & 6pm to 6am shifts.

Salary: £31,310.04

YOU'LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Working alongside experienced personnel to grow our leading brands in butters, spreads, and spray oils
• Carrying out a variety of manual handling tasks, machine operations, yield understanding & control, line set up
• Operation of filling and packing machines using machinery and materials handling equipment where necessary to meet all Health and Safety, Quality, Plan and Cost requirements
• Adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures, Site Policies and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) (Training will be provided)

YOU'RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU…

• Have hands-on experience operating and setting up production machinery, ideally in a food manufacturing or high-care environment.
• Understand the importance of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards and follow them diligently.
• Are detail and quality-focused, with the ability to carry out regular checks and maintain accurate records.
• Can work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues to meet production targets and maintain high standards.
• Are proactive and reliable.

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• We Share Bonus scheme
• Inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Long service recognised every 5 years
• Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
• Discounted branded products
• Free, onsite parking
• Individual allocated lockers
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays (pro-rated)
• One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.
• This role is/isn't eligible for visa sponsorship

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV's supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.

You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.