Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Dale Farm is a leading dairy company, selling into UK, Irish, and International markets. As a cooperative owned by over 1300 farmers, it is our mission to ensure we exude high standards throughout our processes, products, and people.
At Dale Farm, we believe our success is built on our people, and so as we embark on our ambitious transformation journey, we are looking to recruit for the following permanent role at our cheese plant in Ash Manor, Wrexham
Production Operatives
As a production operative you will play a key part in a focused team running cheese cutting, grating, slicing and packing lines to achieve daily production outputs to meet customer demand. These jobs involve machine operation, fulfilling all quality and processing checks, product packing and associated cleaning duties.
These are important roles within the production operation and we are looking for candidates who exhibit a proactive approach to their work, who wish to develop their skills, contribute to a winning team and participate in the implementation of improvement initiatives.
Successful candidates will have a good general level of education, excellent attention to detail, a positive work ethic, be reliable and willing to work flexible shift patterns. Some roles will involve nightshift working. Relevant production experience in a food manufacturing environment is essential.
In return the company offers plenty of challenge, attractive shift patterns, an on-site canteen, a good working environment and a competitive wage and benefit package.
To apply for this position please visit our website dalefarm.co.uk/careers
Completed applications must be received before 5.00pm on Monday 13th March 2023
Only applications from EU Nationals or those with a valid permit to work in the UK will be accepted.
To learn more about the company see dalefarm.co.uk
No unsolicited CVs from Agencies please
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative roles across Dale Farm's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,874 - £22,955 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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