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 recruitment@saria.co.uk