Production Operator

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly, Wensleydale, and Sheese), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

This process operator position is one where you will gain experience of the making of dairy-free cheese, with your work going towards ensuring the production of quality products, both branded and private label (retailer own brands).

Within your role, you will be working at a station for your first few months, mastering the role, then gaining the opportunity to work at different stations along the process – offering variety in your day. If you need more time to develop, we will look at ways to support you further to help you get to where you need to be.

We offer real progression opportunities where you can develop and progress your career in numerous directions.

Communication is key as you will be working with colleagues at different levels throughout the day, working in an active environment where things can change at short notice.

This could be a great opportunity for someone with food preparation experience or looking to try something new.

Come and join our friendly team today!

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY...

• Identifying and communicating opportunities to improve working methods
• Measuring, grading and feeding batches of raw materials into production machinery
• Operating production line equipment, including cheese slicers and graters
• Reporting equipment faults to maintenance staff
• Monitoring the production process and carrying out basic testing, quality checks, and recording results
• Storing goods and raw materials in the factory or warehouse
• Packing goods to be ready for shipment on pallets
• Cleaning and maintaining work areas and machinery
• Actively maintaining production records

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…

• Knowledgeable with basic IT skills. eg. ability to use a PC/HMI (with keyboard skills) with additional knowledge of Word and Excel an advantage
• Efficient with problem solving skills
• Able to communicate and work alone and as part of a team
• Aware and able to demonstrate an understanding of basic food hygiene

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• Site bonus scheme (We Share Bonus)
• Development opportunities
• Full training and on‑the‑job support
• A collaborative team environment within a growing supply chain operation

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.

You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.