Job Description:
📍 Castle Cary
💷 £31,500 - £33,400 (32 Hrs prorated and including shift allowance, DOE)
🎁 + Performance Bonus & Exceptional Benefits
🕒 32 Hours per week - Weekend12 Hour shifts + 1 weekday shift
🌟 Why Join Us?
We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world-famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
💼 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 32 Hours:
* Week 1:
* Sat 10am - 10pm
* Sun 10am-10pm
* Weekday - 1 shift either day/night
* Week 2:
* Fri 10pm-10am
* Sat 10pm-10am
* Weekday - 1 shift either day/night
...and then repeat.
⭐ What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary
* 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