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
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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