Production Operative

Company
Muller UK & Ireland
Location
Market Drayton
Salary
£32,951.76 - £38,594.96 per annum

Full Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Technical Operator/Production Operative to join the Butter Department at our Market Drayton site to be a part of Muller's UK Manufacturing Operator, producing a quality product and meeting specifications according to laid down procedures in the most efficient way.

Contract: Full Time / Permanent 

Starting Salary: £32,951.76 per annum increasing to £38,594.96 once fully trained

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days and Nights – 7-7

Location: Market Drayton (Butter)

Your Responsibilities:

  • Operating manufacturing machinery in accordance to laid down procedures.
  • A proactive approach to all matters concerning Health & Safety
  • Ability to co-operate with the employer in assisting them to fulfil their statutory duties
  • Meeting operational line / plant targets / waste targets
  • Meeting Individual targets
  • Minimising machine / plant down time
  • Maintaining the hygienic standards of the production environment and general housekeeping of the working area
  • Carrying out of basic routine maintenance (mechanical aptitude is essential)
  • Striving to achieve the highest quality product, highlighting any concerns to your manager
  • Prompt fault finding and timely corrective action or escalation
  • Having a flexible approach to your work arrangements
  • Completion of raw material and finished product analytical testing and legal compliance confirmation

Key skills and experience

  • Relevant food manufacturing qualification
  • Basic Food Hygiene
  • Relevant Health & Safety Training
  • Chemical Training
  • Mechanical Handling Equipment
  • Technical Processing Plant / Machine Knowledge
  • Continuous improvement techniques
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Good communicator – verbally and written
  • Good mechanical aptitude (Essential)

Benefits

  • A competitive salary, monthly paid
  • Access an exclusive rewards platform including your Müller money, health and lifestyle benefits, Company pension, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, home technology and cycle to work.
  • Access the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more
  • Have pride in what you achieve as a member of a team
  • Be provided with a free corporate uniform
  • Free onsite secured colleague car parking

You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here   Careers at Müller UK & Ireland

Muller UK & Ireland
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Location
Market Drayton
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£32,951.76 - £38,594.96 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
17th August 2026
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