At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to produce delicious sauces and ensure quality in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Paulig, a leader in flavourful and sustainable food products.
- Benefits: Enjoy a purpose-driven workplace with continuous learning and safe facilities.
- Other info: Diverse team fostering creativity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team making a real impact on food culture.
- Qualifications: Team player with good communication skills and a proactive approach to safety.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
At Paulig, we believe every meal, cup and moment should be full of flavour - and that bold ideas can make the world a tastier, more sustainable place. As a house of iconic brands, we can make an impact that counts - and careers that matter. We are now looking for a Processing Operative at our Ocker Hill Factory in Tipton, UK, to join our passionate team and help us shape the future of food beverages.
Your role in the blend:
- Unpack and decant ingredients for production, recording the correct traceability codes and ensuring all materials are correctly labelled and accounted for.
- Produce a variety of sauces, including BBQ, salsas, condiments, curries and speciality blends, by accurately mixing ingredients, and perform quality checks on finished products, documenting results and reporting any abnormalities to senior team members.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across the process area, carrying out 'clean as you go' (CAYG) practices and supporting the Kitchen Supervisor and Team Leader with hygiene schedules and waste management.
- Operate in full compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and Health and Safety, adhering to PPE guidelines and promptly reporting issues.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with your team, contribute to briefings, and actively support team goals - including optimising processing performance and upholding world-class production standards.
Your key ingredients:
- You're a hands‑on, reliable team player who takes pride in a job well done, and love that no two days are the same.
- You thrive in a fast‑paced production environment, bring a positive attitude to every shift, and understand that consistent quality and safety are non‑negotiable.
Key qualifications:
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining high standards across your production zone.
- Good numerical, reading and information recording skills – you're confident completing paperwork accurately and responsibly.
- Strong communication and listening skills – you relay instructions clearly, engage constructively with colleagues, and raise concerns in a professional manner.
- A proactive approach to health, safety and hygiene – you understand the importance of PPE, risk awareness and always maintaining a clean working environment.
Benefits:
- A purpose‑driven workplace – we're building a healthier, more sustainable food culture.
- Safe working facilities – enjoy a pleasant setting with safe and modern amenities, while working with iconic brands and flavourful products.
- Continuous learning – access to LinkedIn Learning, and development programs.
- A passionate, diverse team – bringing together varied backgrounds that spark creativity and collaboration.
Interested? Join us on our journey to build a flavourful and more sustainable future. We review applications continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and bring your unique flavour to Paulig.
Processing Operative employer: Paulig Group
At Paulig Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Milton Keynes. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in the competitive salary and growth opportunities we offer, ensuring that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful logistics improvements.
