Job Description

First Milk is a wholly British farmer-owned dairy co-operative with a vision to create value for members by delivering long-term prosperity in the form of success, profitability, security, and well-being.

Owned by the family farms that supply us with milk and invest capital in the business, we produce award-winning cheddar, regional cheeses, and dairy ingredients, as well as marketing fresh raw milk to many other UK dairy processors.

We work together as one team, with a relentless focus on efficiency and quality, to deliver competitive total returns to our farmer members. We put customers at the heart of our business, creating value through strong, long-term partnerships.

We are now looking for a

Manufacturing Operative

to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in the production of high-quality dairy products. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of our facilities, managing processes, and implementing improvements where necessary.

Key Responsibilities

To be able to operate, manage and control

at least one piece

of equipment, plant, machinery and processes as part of the production of cheese, whey, milk or effluent, working to standards and specifications outlined. Ensure the CIP of plant and equipment, housekeeping tasks Monitor and control metal detection as a critical control point Pack produce to specification Ensure all systems are up to date Adjust settings to meet required standards and specifications Monitoring of labelling equipment and replacement of label reels when required Daily calibration of machines as required Maintain running the line under fault conditions utilising the contingency plan Testing and sampling as directed by Technical and SHE team Carry out other tests and checks as required, including CCP/ OTIF Support colleagues, to ensure planned production runs are achieved with minimum downtime and re-work Monitor and maintain appropriate cleaning schedules Follow health and safety requirements as required
The role will cover a 24 hour shift pattern working 2 x 12 hour days and 2 x 12 hour nights with four days off.

The successful candidate must possess a "can do" attitude and have a flexible approach to overtime and working patterns.

In terms of our people and processes we are not interested in red tape, fixed mindsets, low expectations, or blending in. We are interested in solution seekers, communicators, creative thinkers, collaborators, with a real passion to drive the Haverfordwest site forward.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,940.40 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person