Packing Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Packing Operator
An industry competitive salary of £24 – 25k (base salary, shift bonus and 6% additional variable pay on top), paid overtime, a competitive pension and private healthcare + generous paternity pay for 6 months (up to 90%)
Due to continued expansion we have a fantastic opportunity to join our Petcare brand at Castle Cary as a Packing Operator.
The Packing Operator will be a multi-skilled packing associate who is responsible for achieving maximum efficiency of our packing lines whilst ensuring the highest safety and quality standards are maintained. The purpose of the job is to efficiently run packing machines in the factory to ensure adherence to the production plan. The packing operator will also play a pivotal role in identifying and delivering continuous improvement projects within the packing hall.
Packing Operator main duties include:
As a packing operator you will maintain excellent packaging line efficiency in line with the set plan and escalate any deviation from standard or plan
Support peers in achieving highest Safety, Quality and Efficiency standards throughout the packing hall
Be responsible for the achievement of GMP/GHP packaging score
Ensure cleaning regimes are upheld and fulfilled to the highest standard
Actively participate in Operational processes that support the improvement of our business performance
Packing Operator skills/experience required:
Communicative Written and Spoken English
Experience in a similar role- you could have worked as a Packing Operative; Packaging Operator; Production Operative; Warehouse Operative etc.
WHY WORK FOR MARS? TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF OUR PERKS...
Excellent career opportunities and the chance to complete in-house training and qualifications
We are a company that understands the importance of a work-life balance
Health and wellness programs
Financial protection
Flexible policies to suit a multitude of lifestyles
Fantastic rewards based on capability and performance
Brilliant pension contribution and retirement saving options
If you are looking for a new adventure and an opportunity to work for a global, successful leader, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and we can chat!
"We are committed to equal opportunity employment practices."
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 Packing Operator roles across Mars'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 £24,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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