Müller UK & Ireland
Production Operative
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Trainee Technical Operator/Production Operative – Butter Department
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Technical Operator/Production Operative to join the Butter Department at our Market Drayton site, as part of Müller’s UK Manufacturing Operator team. This role involves producing a quality product and adhering to laid-down procedures in the most efficient way possible.
Contract: Full Time / Permanent Starting Salary: £32,951.76 per annum (increasing to £38,594.96 once fully trained) Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 4 days off – Days and Nights (7-7) Location: Market Drayton (Butter)
Responsibilities
- Operating manufacturing machinery in accordance with laid-down procedures
- Adopting a proactive approach to all matters concerning Health & Safety
- Cooperating with the employer to assist in fulfilling statutory duties
- Meeting operational line/plant targets, waste targets, and individual performance targets
- Minimising machine/plant downtime
- Maintaining hygienic standards of the production environment and overall housekeeping
- Performing basic routine maintenance (mechanical aptitude is essential)
- Striving to produce the highest quality product, highlighting any concerns to your manager
- Conducting prompt fault-finding and taking timely corrective action or escalating issues
- Adopting a flexible approach to work arrangements
- Completing raw material and finished product analytical testing and confirming legal compliance
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Key Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Relevant food manufacturing qualification
- Basic Food Hygiene training
- Relevant Health & Safety Training
- Chemical training
- Proficiency with Mechanical Handling Equipment
- Technical knowledge of Processing Plant/Machinery
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Good mechanical aptitude
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Desirable:
- Experience with continuous improvement techniques
Benefits
- Competitive salary with monthly payments
- Access to an exclusive Müller benefits platform, including:
- Müller Money (financial rewards scheme)
- Health and lifestyle benefits
- Company pension
- Healthcare cash plan
- Dental insurance
- Home technology discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts via the Müller Rewards scheme (over 800 offers across groceries, clothing, holidays, insurance, gifts, etc.)
- Corporate pride in contributing to a high-performing team
- Free corporate uniform
- Free onsite secured car parking for colleagues
For more information about Müller UK & Ireland and what it’s like to work here, visit Careers at Müller UK & Ireland.
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