Production Process Operative

TN United Kingdom; St Albans; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Process Operative for its Minsterley site. This full-time role involves operating and managing production plants, ensuring quality standards, and achieving daily production targets. With a commitment to excellence and safety, you will be part of a team that values quality and efficiency. Enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday allowance, and a range of benefits, including life assurance and a company pension. If you have a mechanical aptitude and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the food production sector.

Benefits

Life Assurance x2

5% Bonus

282 hours annual holiday

Access to exclusive rewards platform

Company pension

Müller Rewards discount scheme

Free onsite secure parking

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced production environments is desirable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment while achieving daily production targets.
• Monitor product quality and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Experience in fast-moving production environments

Commitment to producing quality products

Adherence to GMP and safety standards

Teamwork and collaboration skills

Flexibility in adapting to production changes

Good communication and initiative

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Müller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, employing over 31,000 people across Europe. In the UK, Müller develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of dairy products made with milk from 1,300 British farmers. Müller ranks within the top 20 in The Grocer’s Top 100 list of Britain’s Biggest Brands and is a prominent presence on shelves nationwide.

The UK operations include:

• Müller Milk & Ingredients: Focused on private label dairy products, including milk, cream, butter, and ingredients, with a network of dairies and depots servicing the country.
• Müller Yogurt & Desserts: The UK's leading yogurt manufacturer, producing brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, Müller Bliss, Müller Rice, FRijj, and Müller Kefir Smoothie, along with chilled desserts under license from Mondelez International. It also supplies private label yogurt from a state-of-the-art facility.

We are recruiting a Process Operative for our Minsterley site within the Müller Yogurts and Desserts division. The role involves operating and managing the designated plant, achieving daily production targets, and maintaining GMP standards.

Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Minsterley (Shrewsbury)
Shifts: 4 on 4 off, 12-hour days and nights (6-6)
Salary: £31,079 per annum plus 1x5 overtime rate

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver the daily production plan
• Operate plant/equipment and perform routine maintenance
• Achieve daily KPI targets
• Coordinate with Key Operators for start-up procedures, uphold manufacturing, housekeeping, hygiene, and safety standards
• Ensure effective shift handovers and remain on line until relief
• Monitor product quality, identify non-conformance, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate and timely SIC and Quality documentation
• Train operators to ensure competence
• Lead by example to promote company values and standards
• Comply with food safety and quality procedures, control CCPs
• Maintain GMP standards and seek continuous improvement
• Prioritize health, safety, and welfare of all personnel
• Perform other duties as reasonably instructed
• Promote and adhere to company policies, procedures, and values

Key Skills & Experience:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience in fast-moving production environments (desirable)
• Commitment to producing quality products with minimal waste
• Experience controlling material losses
• Adherence to GMP and safety standards
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Flexibility in adapting to production changes
• Good communication and initiative

Benefits:

• Competitive salary paid monthly
• Life Assurance x2
• 5% Bonus
• 282 hours annual holiday
• Access to exclusive rewards platform
• Company pension
• Müller Rewards discount scheme
• Free onsite secure parking