Production Operator - Oswestry
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026.
£35,000 - £38,000 per annum starting salary
Arla Foods, Oswestry Dairy, SY10 8NL
About the job
Arla Foods Oswestry are looking for a proactive Production Operative to join the team on a permanent basis. You will play a pivotal role in assisting with the efficient running of the packing lines in the production area within a cheese packaging site.
At our Arla Oswestry site we pack circa 79,000 tonnes or cheese annually, 1620 tonnes per week.
This includes supplying branded products like Castello, BOB and Arla Pro, along with private label to Waitrose, M&S, Asda and Aldi!
These positions offer a clearly defined career pathway where employees are supported to develop their skills from entry-level production roles through to supervisory, technical, and management positions. So if you are looking for progression, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About the job
The successful candidate will work a 3 on, 3 off, 12 hours shift pattern that will include both day and night shifts. They will contribute to the quality and technical areas in the Production team to enable it to produce the highest quality cheese products in a reliable and cost effective way. Duties will include
- Operate production equipment
- Effectively run Packing lines by using production IT systems
- Perform simple maintenance tasks
- Maintain strict Food Hygiene and Health and Safety standards within the department
- Monitor equipment performance and correct / raise issues before they become problems
- Reporting safety issues to maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and surroundings
What you’ll need in order to be successful in the role
- Ambition & drive
- Previous experience working within a similar environment would be beneficial but not essential
- Previous experience with food safety regulations and practices would be beneficial but not essential
- All training and support will be provided during your induction period
- A motivated team player, who can work on their own initiative
- You’re as serious about quality as we are - and ready to work hard to achieve it
- A good attendance record and a willingness to learn further skills
Benefits
- 23 days Holiday
- Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
- Free on-site gym
- On-site canteen
- EV car parking
- Well-being garden (Outdoor space)
- Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods
Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.
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 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.
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