Cheddar Production Operator - Taw Valley Creamery

Things we’d love to tell you about our Taw Valley site. Our Taw Valley Creamery was established in 1974 and it has been a significant site for cheese production in the UK, undergoing various developments and expansions over the years to improve its capacity and capabilities in cheese making. We process over 1 million litres of milk daily, producing over 100t of award-winning cheese each day, such as Castello Tickler. We would love you to join our growing team in a rare opportunity to play a key role in our cheese processing department. We seek a responsible, proactive individual who can work independently while maintaining high standards in dairy processes.

An overview of the position: As a Production Operator, you will be a skilled individual with the responsibility of manufacturing cheese to a set recipe whilst understanding process parameters and product characteristics to meet specifications. You will be part of a small team working together to ensure line efficiency is maintained. Enjoy competitive pay plus shift allowance, outstanding work-life balance with our 4-on-4-off pattern, covering day and night shifts, and development opportunities in a supportive environment.

The position will require you to:

• Manufacture cheese by accurately managing raw materials and ingredients.
• Follow SOPs to ensure product is produced in a consistent manner.
• Ensure cleanliness of plant equipment and environment and demonstrate a thorough understanding of food safety protocols and consistently implement hygienic work practices in all aspects of cheese production.
• Work collaboratively with other teams to achieve established targets and objectives, contributing to overall production goals and efficiency.
• Complete accurate paperwork and documentation for production runs, quality checks, and procedural compliance.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with team leads and fellow team members to ensure smooth operations and address any production issues promptly.
• Actively contribute to maintaining a healthy and safe working environment, following all safety protocols, and identifying potential hazards.

The ideal candidate:

• Have experience in dairy processing or other food-related manufacturing; however, full training in your role will be given.
• Have an understanding of HACCP or other food safety disciplines.
• Be able to work as a team member but also carry out individual tasks where required.
• Have basic IT skills such as using Microsoft applications.

Application: Please submit applications via the Arla website no later than 16/01/2026. The position offers an exciting and challenging workday with excellent opportunities for development.

Shape the Future of Dairy: Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.