Technical Operative
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026.
About the Role:
A little about us:
We are a leading supplier of chicken, turkey and duck products into an impressive range of customers in the UK retail and food service sectors. We are a fully integrated business controlling the whole product supply chain, which include feed mills, farms, hatcheries and factories with associated transport and logistics functions that employ more than 6000 people.
Technical Operative
Location: Westbury Mill
Salary: £32,248 per annum
Hours: Rotating 3-week shift pattern
Shift Pattern:
Week 1: Monday to Friday - 07:00 to 15:00
Week 2: Monday to Friday - 15:00 to 23:00
Week 3: Sunday to Thursday - 23:00 to 07:00
The Role
We are looking for a Technical Operative to join our team at Westbury Mill. Working alongside the Control Room Lead, you will support the operation and management of manufacturing processes to ensure safety, quality, hygiene, and production standards are consistently achieved.
This is a key role within a fast-paced animal feed manufacturing environment, ensuring agreed physical and nutritional specifications are met while maintaining operational efficiency.
Operating Environment
Intensive milling environment (noisy and dusty at times)
Processing raw materials into animal feed
Primarily control room based, with regular navigation of the mill to ensure compliant and efficient operations
Key Responsibilities
Collect and test samples to ensure feed meets nutritional and quality standards
Complete production paperwork and maintain full traceability records
Monitor stock levels to maximise efficiency and control costs
Minimise downtime and ensure effective use of production time
Liaise with raw material and transport teams to optimise production runs
Conduct daily PDI checks and monitor feed quality
Handle supplement bags up to 26kg when required
Ensure the mill operates safely and compliantly
Maintain cleaning schedules and hygiene standards
Adhere to Health & Safety, Food Safety, Environmental, and Biosecurity procedures
Report hazards, near misses, and incidents
Carry out other reasonable duties within the scope of the role
What We’re Looking For
Full training will be provided. However, the following would be advantageous:
Skills & Experience (Desirable):
Good understanding of manufacturing processes
Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
First Aid training
Forklift licence
HACCP Level 2
Basic Health & Safety knowledge
Personal Attributes:
Positive, collaborative, and inclusive attitude
Strong communication skills
Safety-conscious and proactive approach
What happens after you apply for this role?
After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer at our Hereford site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.
If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!
Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry.
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Apply today!