Feedmill Production Operative
Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire
Salary: £40,583.69 per annum
Hours: Rotating shifts – 06:00 to 18:00 and 18:00 to 06:00
Join one of the UK’s largest food businesses
As one of the UK’s leading food producers, Avara Foods plays a vital role in keeping the nation fed. With ambitious growth plans, we’re continually investing in our facilities and our people — providing opportunities to learn, develop, and build a rewarding career.
We’re looking for motivated and reliable individuals to join our team as Feedmill Production Operatives at our Banbury Feedmill.
What’s in it for you
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Competitive salary of £40,583.69 per annum
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Opportunities for overtime
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Full training and ongoing development from day one
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Be part of a supportive and safety-focused team
About the role
As a Feedmill Production Operative, you’ll work alongside the Shift Leader to ensure the smooth running of feed manufacturing and production. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and hygiene while ensuring feed is produced to meet our nutritional and physical standards.
Key responsibilities
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Operate production processes in line with feed specifications, quality, and HSE guidelines
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Complete daily paperwork and use the DSL computer system
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Report any issues promptly and monitor pest control measures
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Carry out stock checks and maintain accurate records
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Uphold housekeeping and hygiene standards (e.g. cleaning silos, coolers, pits)
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Operate forklift trucks and site vehicles as required
What we’re looking for
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Good level of English and basic numeracy skills
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Team player with strong communication skills
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High attention to detail and a flexible, proactive attitude
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Experience in a production or manufacturing environment (desirable but not essential)
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Forklift licence (desirable)
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HACCP Level 2 and First Aid training (desirable)
About us
Avara Foods supplies chicken and turkey to the UK’s most popular supermarkets and restaurants. As a fully integrated business, we manage every stage of the process - from feed mills and farms to hatcheries, factories, and logistics - employing more than 7,000 people nationwide.
If you’re ready to work alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!
Please note: Due to bird welfare, it’s essential that you do not own any avian pets or poultry.
Avara Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.