Production Operator

Saputo; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Harrogate is looking for a dedicated Production Operator. In this full-time role, you will work Monday to Friday, managing production tasks while ensuring health and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate enjoys manual work, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to a long-term career. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits including bonuses, enhanced pensions, and healthcare support.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Opportunities for progression

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Discounted branded products

Free onsite parking

25 holidays + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in manual roles and teamwork-oriented.
• Positive attitude toward long-term career development.
• Attention to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Work across production areas including dairy, packing, and press room.
• Ensure timely production and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Experienced working in manual roles

Strong communicator with a team-focused attitude

Passionate and positive

Job description

Production Operator page is loaded## Production Operatorremote type: On-Sitelocations: Wensleydale, North Yorkshiretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR61242SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.Wensleydale Creamery is home to the iconic Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese the site also has a thriving Visitor Centre that celebrates our rich heritage and artisan cheese making.We are looking to recruit Production Operators to join the team at our Hawes site. Working across production and warehouse areas this role is full time, working 4/5 days per week- no weekends, with the opportunity to train in other key roles.Work pattern: Monday – Friday, 7.30am - 4pm with a rolling day off each week.Salary: £27,892.80 per annum**YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…*** Working across all areas of production - dairy, press room, packing, smoker and blue room.* Ensuring our production timescales are hit (on time, every time).* Showing a keen awareness of H&S standards.**YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…*** Experienced working in manual roles.* Passionate and positive looking for a long-term career within a company.* A strong communicator with a team-focused attitude.**WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…*** Bonus scheme* Opportunities for progression* Enhanced employer pension contributions* Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.* Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing* Long service recognised every 5 years* Life assurance* Discounted branded products* Free, onsite parking* Individual allocated lockers* 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays* Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs* My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.### **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.**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.