Day Operative in Atherstone

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 (url removed)