Process Operative (Extrusion & Milling)

Location: Lincoln
Salary: £14.46 - £15.10 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 4 on 4 off, 6am to 6am and 6pm to 6am

The Role Are you looking for a technical production role where you actually oversee the manufacturing process from start to finish? We are seeking a Process Operative to join a market-leading pet nutrition facility.

Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will be responsible for the "cook" process—milling, extruding, drying, and coating animal food. This is a vital role in the factory where you manage the machinery that transforms raw ingredients into high-quality finished products.

What You’ll Be Doing * Milling & Grinding: Loading bulk ingredients via FLT and adding hand-ingredients for grinding.

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  Technical Machine Operation: Running the extruder, dryer, coater, and cooler systems.
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  Quality Control: Conducting vital technical checks and recording data to ensure the product meets safety standards "right first time."
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  Efficiency Management: Monitoring asset speeds to reduce waste and resolving minor issues to keep the line moving.
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  Hygiene & Safety: Maintaining a clean and controlled "clean as you go" environment and segregating waste for rework.
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  Team Collaboration: Working closely with Shift Engineers and QA teams to maintain peak performance.

What We’re Looking For * Background: Experience in a manufacturing environment (Food, Pet Food, or FMCG is highly preferred).

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  Qualifications: Food Safety Level 2 and an awareness of BRC standards.
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  Safety Mindset: IOSH Working Safely is a major advantage. We pride ourselves on a "safety-first" culture.
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  Skills: You must be comfortable with technical recording and have a "can-do" attitude toward problem-solving.
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  Personal Attributes: We’re looking for honest, empathetic team players who are open to change and willing to learn new processes.

Benefits 

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Birthday day off
• Discounts at major supermarkets and retailers
• ShareSave scheme & enhanced pension contributions
• Death in service cover
• 24/7 virtual GP access
• Buy extra holiday if you need it
• Financial & legal support
• Free parking
• Employee referral scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Lincoln City FC ticket draws
• Long service awards
• Medical screening & care concierge

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