Job Description

:

Process Operator - Crown petfood (Mars Petcare)

Castle Cary

28,000 - 31,500 (including shift allowance, DOE)

+ Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits

Why Join Us?


At Mars Petcare, we're not just offering a job -- we're offering a career with purpose. As a

Shift Process Operator

, you'll be part of a close-knit team producing trusted pet food brands like

James Wellbeloved

. You'll gain valuable experience, enjoy a supportive environment, and access career progression opportunities in one of the world's most respected businesses.

The Role

This is a hands-on role ensuring raw materials and machinery are running smoothly to keep our production process efficient and safe. You'll play a key part in quality, safety, and output while working across different shifts.

Shift Pattern (8-hour rotation):

Week 1:

10pm - 6am (Nights)

| Sun-Thu Week 2:

2pm - 10pm (Afternoons)

Week 3:

6am - 2pm (Mornings)

...and then repeat.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary

28,000 - 31,500

(DOE + shift allowance)

Annual bonus

based on performance

Career growth

opportunities with structured development & Mars University

Private healthcare

+

equal parental leave

Generous pension

(up to 9% contribution)

Life assurance

(4x salary)

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Gym membership

& wellbeing support

Annual leave starting at 24 days

, rising to 32 with service

Free perks on site

: parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

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What We're Looking For

Manufacturing experience

: Minimum 1 year in a production/manufacturing environment

Health & Safety awareness

: Strong understanding of H&S and quality standards

IT skills

: Confident using Outlook, Word & Excel

Transport

: Full driving licence + own transport

Personal skills

: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage time effectively

Key Responsibilities

Operate & monitor machinery

: Ensure efficient production runs and quality outputs

Handle materials

: Prepare, load, and safely store raw materials

Record keeping

: Maintain accurate production records and reports

Safety first

: Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe workplace

What You Can Expect from Mars

Work alongside

130,000+ Associates worldwide

guided by our Five Principles Be part of a

purpose-driven company

shaping "the world we want tomorrow" Access

world-class training & development

from day one * Join a company with an

industry-leading salary and benefits package