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)