Trainee Technical Operator - Core

M; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bonus

282 hours annual leave

Company pension & life assurance

Free uniform/PPE

Free yogurts

Job summary

Müller Group is recruiting for multiple Production Operatives at our Market Drayton site as part of the UK Manufacturing Operation. We are expanding our team to produce high‑quality products efficiently while meeting strict production standards and procedures.

Starting salary is £32,011 with 4 on 4 off days and nights. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to join regular recruitment sessions to learn more about the role, team, and the Müller business at the Market Drayton site.

Qualifications

• Experience within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety and food hygiene standards.
• A proactive and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operating manufacturing machinery in line with procedures.
• Supporting a strong Health & Safety culture.
• Meeting production and waste targets.
• Minimising machine downtime and supporting basic maintenance.
• Maintaining high hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Identifying faults and escalating issues promptly.
• Demonstrating flexibility across tasks and shifts.

Skills

Production experience

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Proactive attitude

Job description

Title: Trainee Technical Operator - Core

City: Market Drayton

Department: Operations & Production

Location: Market Drayton, ENG, GB, TF9 3SQ

Production Operative - Market Drayton

4 on 4 off (Days & Nights) | Starting Salary £32,011

We are currently recruiting for multiple Production Operatives to join our Market Drayton site as part of Müller’s UK Manufacturing Operation.

Due to ongoing site expansion at Market Drayton, we’re growing our teams and looking for individuals to help us produce high-quality products efficiently while meeting operational standards and procedures.

Recruitment Process

As part of our hiring approach, we will be holding regular Recruitment Sessions over the coming months.

These sessions provide a great opportunity to:

• Take part in group assessments and interviews
• Learn more about the role, team, and Müller as a business
• Meet the team and gain insight into working at our site

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend one of these sessions, so please ensure you are able to participate when contacted.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating manufacturing machinery in line with procedures
• Supporting a strong Health & Safety culture
• Meeting production and waste targets
• Minimising machine downtime and supporting basic maintenance
• Maintaining high hygiene and housekeeping standards
• Identifying faults and escalating issues promptly
• Demonstrating flexibility across tasks and shifts

About You

• Experience within a production or manufacturing environment (food manufacturing desirable)
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Awareness of Health & Safety and food hygiene standards
• A proactive and reliable approach to work

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £32,011
• 5% bonus
• 282 hours annual leave
• Company pension & life assurance
• Progression and development opportunities
• Free uniform/PPE
• And of course ... free yogurts!

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.