Production Operator

ADM; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in the UK is seeking a motivated individual to handle labelling, packing, and preparation of goods for dispatch. Candidates should have a GCSE or equivalent and ideally 1 year of manufacturing experience, alongside a forklift licence. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance and maintaining high-quality standards. This role offers opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment focused on diversity and well-being.

Benefits

Inclusivity in workplace culture

Excellent career opportunities

Mental health support programs

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Flexibility across multiple areas.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Label, pack, and prepare goods for dispatch.
• Follow production and shipping schedules.
• Report safety incidents to management.

Skills

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively

Attention to detail

Good IT skills

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

Forklift licence

Job description

Job Description

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We’re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We’re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We’re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we’re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at

Your Responsibilities

• Labelling, packing, and preparing goods for dispatch to a high standard
• To ensure a high standard of work and follow the production of goods and shipping schedule
• Participate in team meetings and provide feedback and improvements to the day-to-day activities
• Work on improving the compliance actions through standard work on detailed activities
• To ensure all Health and Safety requirements are always followed across the site; help to identify and fill any gaps in safety that may arise; reporting of all accidents, near misses and property damage to Management
• To follow the company food quality standards
• To follow company HACCP policy through Safe Operating Procedures
• To follow the company policy on waste reduction across the site
• To ensure a high level of housekeeping across the site for food safety

Your Profile

• GCSE or equivalent
• Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
• Forklift licence (preferred)
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others both internally and externally
• Ability to work to instruction and on own initiative when required
• Ability to work, and show flexibility, across several manually demanding areas
• Presentable, with excellent communication skills with the confidence to ask questions to ensure job requirements are understood
• Keen attention to detail in maintaining a high quality of work in a busy factory environment
• Enthusiastic and hardworking individual with a focus on providing the best possible service.
• Enjoy being part of a team but taking responsibility for your own role is key
• Great attitude on learning on the job and working as part of a team is crucial
• Good IT skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Not fazed by strong aromas and seasonal hot or cold working conditions

Your Future Perspective

• Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models
• Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path.
• A company culture which promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, and the ADM Pride Employee Network and the Young Professionals Network. As well as the company wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee.
• Excellent career opportunities in a world leading nutrition company.
• An attractive remuneration
• ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility that is needed to meet the demands of work and life
• ADM are an advocate of having a workforce who are aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ’Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business.

Learn more about ADM at

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge within our business. To assist with this the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support participation of underrepresented groups in the work place.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here:

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

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