Food Production Operative

Job Title: Production Process Technician

Location: Cookstown Hours: Fixed shifts - 7am-7pm / 7pm-7am Shift Pattern: 3 days on → 3 days off → 3 nights on Employment Type: Full-time

Benefits

· Full training provided - no prior dairy experience required

· Opportunities to develop specialist technical skills

· Stable, long-term employment with a leading food manufacturer

· Modern, automated production environment

· Supportive onsite team and structured progression pathways

About the Role

We are recruiting Production Process Technicians to join our client's expanding, highly automated cheese and whey production operation in Cookstown. This role is ideal for candidates who want to build strong technical knowledge and hands-on process experience within the food manufacturing sector.

You will receive comprehensive training on all stages of the cheese and whey production process, including pasteurisation, curd production, whey handling, and CIP.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated, reliable individuals who enjoy learning new skills and working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Operate modern, automated cheese and whey production machinery

· Monitor production quality, safety, and process standards

· Carry out equipment cleaning procedures including CIP

· Record data and follow operational instructions

· Work effectively within a production team and independently

Essential Criteria

· Minimum 4 GCSEs (Grade C or above) including English, Maths, and Science

· Experience working on manufacturing/production lines

· Ability to use control systems and computer-based equipment

· Knowledge of food manufacturing standards such as HACCP and CIP/COP

Desirable Criteria

· Food Safety training or certification

· Previous food processing experience

· Proficiency with MS Office packages

The Ideal Candidate

· Reliable, punctual, and flexible

· Strong work ethic and commitment to learning

· Good communication skills (written and verbal)

· Able to work well independently and within a team

How to Apply

📞 Call: 07841 803311 📧 Email: [email protected]