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
✅ 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