Production Shift Operator

Pencaitland, Tranent, Midlothian
£34,000 – £36,000 + bonus & 25 days holiday + bank holidays
4 on / 4 off rotating shifts (Days 6am–6pm / Nights 6pm–6am)

Are you experienced in industrial-scale production environments and looking to take on a varied, hands-on operational role? Join a well-established, global manufacturing site operating 24/7, supplying high-quality product to the brewing, distilling, and food sectors.

The Role

You’ll be working as part of a small, skilled team ensuring the smooth running of both maltings and silo operations across the site. Duties will include:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor Steeping, Germination, and Kilning processes

• Manage silo operations: grain movement, sampling, and record-keeping

• Produce residual pellets and handle by-products

• Liaise with commercial, engineering, and site management teams

• Complete cleaning duties in line with hygiene standards

• Operate borehole chemical dosing and effluent treatment plant

• Perform basic maintenance tasks and assist engineers

• Conduct product dispatch, container loading, and weighbridge operation

• Use forklift, scissor lift, and Manitou equipment where required

• Participate in harvest operations and support temporary workers

General Compliance:

• Follow health & safety legislation, food safety regulations, and quality/environmental procedures

• Maintain accurate records and operate machinery safely and effectively

• Support other areas of the plant as required through training

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Literate and numerate

• Self-motivated and proactive with strong problem-solving skills

• Flexibility to work rotating shifts including nights

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment

• Solid understanding of Health & Safety in an industrial setting

Desirable:

• Experience in malting, brewing, distilling, or food production

• Forklift licence or previous FLT/scissor lift/telehandler use

The Package

• Salary: £34,000 – £36,000

• Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off), 42 hours per week

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Company bonus scheme

• Overtime opportunities

• Full training and support provided