Job Description
Day Operative
Location: Hartshill
Reporting to: Plant Operations Manager
We are currently recruiting a Day Operative to join our operations team at our Hartshill site. This is a hands-on role supporting day-to-day plant operations, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
The Role
As a Day Operative, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining tallow loading and filter processes to ensure the consistent production of high-quality tallow. You will also support wider operational activities across the site, including the meal store, while ensuring accurate stock control and documentation.
Health & Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and this role requires a proactive, safety-focused individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor, manage, and accurately record tallow and woodflour stocks
- Communicate effectively with Team Leaders regarding filter cycles, tanker movements, and operational issues
- Operate tallow processes including de-gummed tallow settling, filter runs, and the Flotwegg
- Load tallow tankers and complete all associated paperwork accurately
- Carry out duties within the meal store, including operating the Redler machine to load containers
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site (washing down, emptying bins, clearing bunds, pumping rainwater, etc.)
- Support general operational activities as required
What We re Looking For
Essential:
- Experience working in a production, processing, or industrial environment
- Understanding of basic plant or production processes
- Strong awareness of health & safety and safe working practices
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures
- Good communication skills and attention to detail
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused with a positive work ethic
Desirable:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline (manufacturing, engineering, production)
- Experience with machinery operation and basic equipment checks
- Knowledge of tallow processing or similar environments
- Experience with stock recording and documentation
Working Requirements
- Ability to carry out manual handling and physical tasks
- Comfortable working in a warm, production-based environment
- Flexibility to support different operational tasks as required
- Willingness to undertake training and work the required shift pattern
Why Join Us?
You ll be part of a supportive operations team where safety, quality, and teamwork are valued. We offer training, development opportunities, and a stable working environment within an established organisation.
To Apply. Please forward your CV to (url removed)
