Production Operative

Do you have the right DNA to work for us?

Dugdale Nutrition Attitude

·        Are you self-motivated, driven and ambitious?

·        Are you Passionate about British Agriculture?

·        Are you enthusiastic, professional and personable?

·        Do you enjoy working as part of a team?

If you are then an excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled Production Operative to join a leading FMCG/Animal Feed manufacturing business. You will work a continental shift pattern based on 24/7 working, which is 4 x 12 hour shifts days/nights on, followed by 4 days off. This is a temporary vacancy with the potential to go permanent.

About us…

Dugdale Nutrition Ltd is a modern family business, leading the UK’s ruminant sector by delivering outstanding products, people, partnerships and performance. We currently have two production facilities based in Clitheroe and Speke that run 24/7.

Your responsibilities…

Reporting to the Supervisor/Production Manager, your duties will include but not limited to;

·        Continuous monitoring of the feed production process using DSL control system to achieve daily targets.

·        Adhere to quality standards in order reach customer quality expectations as dictated by the Quality and Feed Safety system.

·        Weighments by hand of minerals and additives dictated by each individual formulation.

·        Setting of raw material routing for incoming deliveries and recording.

·        Transferring Raw Materials from the blend shed into the bulk intakes using loading shovel.

·        Is an active member of the team and will willingly stand in to cover other jobs within the mill.

·        Completion of daily tasks to include cleaning and organising of production areas.

·        Perform daily checks, adjustments and lubrication of machines.

·        Operation of 25kg bagging plant to help with high demand periods.

Person Specification…

Essential:

·        Previous experience in milling and agricultural feed.

·        Experience of production systems and procedures.

·        Able to work on own initiative and demonstrate forward planning.

·        Problem solving skills

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to high health, safety and environmental standards

·        Able to demonstrate proficiency in literacy, numeracy and basic computer skills in order to complete daily tasks

·        Punctuality is key to the role being part of such a small team.

·        Attention to detail

·        Flexibility during our seasonal production demands.

·        Self-motivation and ability to think fast on your feet

Desirable:

·        FLT and telehandler experience preferred but not essential as onsite training can be provided

What you’ll receive…

·        Competitive salary 

·        Pension

·        Life Assurance

·        24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Program

·        33 days Annual Leave (pro rata to your shift pattern) including Bank Holidays

·        Free onsite parking

·        Company Health Cash Plan Scheme 

·        PPE