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.
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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