Day Operative
Location: Hartshill
Reporting to: Plant Operations Manager
We are currently recruiting a Day Operative to join our operations team at our Hartshill site. This is a hands-on role supporting day-to-day plant operations, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
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The Role
As a Day Operative, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining tallow loading and filter processes to ensure the consistent production of high-quality tallow. You will also support wider operational activities across the site, including the meal store, while ensuring accurate stock control and documentation.
Health & Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and this role requires a proactive, safety-focused individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards.
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Key Responsibilities
* Monitor, manage, and accurately record tallow and woodflour stocks
* Communicate effectively with Team Leaders regarding filter cycles, tanker movements, and operational issues
* Operate tallow processes including de-gummed tallow settling, filter runs, and the Flotwegg
* Load tallow tankers and complete all associated paperwork accurately
* Carry out duties within the meal store, including operating the Redler machine to load containers
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site (washing down, emptying bins, clearing bunds, pumping rainwater, etc.)
* Support general operational activities as required
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What We’re Looking For
Essential:
* Experience working in a production, processing, or industrial environment
* Understanding of basic plant or production processes
* Strong awareness of health & safety and safe working practices
* Ability to follow standard operating procedures
* Good communication skills and attention to detail
* Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused with a positive work ethic
Desirable:
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
* Level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline (manufacturing, engineering, production)
* Experience with machinery operation and basic equipment checks
* Knowledge of tallow processing or similar environments
* Experience with stock recording and documentation
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Working Requirements
* Ability to carry out manual handling and physical tasks
* Comfortable working in a warm, production-based environment
* Flexibility to support different operational tasks as required
* Willingness to undertake training and work the required shift pattern
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Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive operations team where safety, quality, and teamwork are valued. We offer training, development opportunities, and a stable working environment within an established organisation.
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