General Operator in Worksop

This is a full‑time permanent opportunity to join Butternut at an exciting time as we continue delivering health and happiness to dogs and their humans. The role supports the day‑to‑day running of our production operation. You’ll be part of a strong existing team, where hard work, teamwork and a positive attitude matter. The role works on a rolling average of 41.125 hours per week across a shift rotation including days, nights and some weekend working, with shifts of 6:45 am – 7 pm and 6:45 pm – 7 am.

A bit more detail

• Work safely at all times, following the appropriate safety procedures and wearing protective equipment correctly.
• Carry out quality checks to make sure products meet the required specifications.
• Support core operational tasks including unpacking, packing, loading and unloading boxes, finished goods and raw materials, as well as monitoring production lines.
• Provide ‘machine watching’ cover for the Machine Operator when needed.
• Complete general operational duties such as waste processing, order packing and other supporting tasks across the site.
• Maintain high hygiene standards across the facility, including floors, walls and conveyors, while working in a clean‑as‑you‑go manner and contributing to relevant standards, KPIs and performance review meetings where required.

A bit about you

• You have previous relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• You can learn new tasks quickly, follow instructions carefully and take a practical approach to getting the job done.
• You care about food quality and safety and take pride in following the right processes.
• You are comfortable working with raw materials including beef, pork, chicken, turkey and lamb, and happy working in a chilled environment.
• You can adapt to changing operational needs, communicate clearly in spoken English and work effectively with the wider team.
• You are keen to support Butternut’s mission and ready to be part of a diverse and inclusive team that works well together and lives by Butternut’s values.

A bit about Butternut

At Butternut, the mission is to deliver health and happiness to dogs and their humans all over the world. In order to do just that, we need a team of forward‑thinking, driven people who love dogs as much as we do. We have built a big kitchen – Doncaster, Rudie’s Kitchen and Ace’s Pantry – where the tasty Butternut meals and treats are gently cooked using human‑quality ingredients. If you think we deserve better for dogs, we want to hear from you.

What’s In It For You?

• Enjoy 257.5 hours of holiday per year, plus an extra 8 hours for each year of service (up to 40 hours).
• 39 hours of pre‑booked paws days to support good wellbeing and self‑care.
• Enrollment into our EAP Telus offering free financial planning, counselling, mental health support and more.
• Unlock a £500 annual budget for personal learning and development.
• Get discounted Private Medical Insurance and dental cover.
• Discounted Gym membership with “MyGymDiscounts” helping you stay fit and healthy.
• Satisfy your taste buds with subsidised food from a variety of street food vans, and of course, pay day pizza!
• Uniform provided (fleece, footwear, hi‑vis).
• Enrollment into the company pension scheme and sick pay.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Get discounted Private Medical Insurance with Aka Healthcare.
• Private showers, changing facilities and dedicated locker space.
• Treat your furry friend with an employee discount on Butternut Box.
• Comfy, bright and airy kitchen space with lunch making facilities and large screen TVs.
• Free tea, coffee, and fruit (and pay day pizzas).
• Opportunity to grow, develop and learn with internal training programmes.
• Be part of an energetic and high performing team.
• Team socials & events.
• Refer a friend bonus of up to £500.
• Say goodbye to parking woes with free parking and electric car charging.
• Holidays and Paws Days are pro‑rata for those working part time or job share.

A few things to note

We aim to respond to all applicants personally. Our recruitment team is small so do bear with us. Butternut Box is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome people of different nationalities, backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We’re not afraid of putting extra weight on candidates from underrepresented groups. We want strong, diverse teams built from different backgrounds, experiences and identities. We’re ready for the ongoing work that goes into building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best work of your career. We are not looking for external agency support with this role.