Production Operative | Banbury

Company: Avara
Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £33,450 + Shift Premium £7,550 (Total package £41,000)
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📣 We’re Expanding! Exciting New Roles Now Available at Banbury Mill

Due to continued growth and investment, Banbury Mill is expanding its team — and we’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated individuals to join us in a range of new operational roles.

🌟 Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a progressive, supportive, and forward-thinking team at a site that’s going from strength to strength. You’ll be working in a modern, fast-paced milling environment where safety, quality, and teamwork come first.


Production Operative

Location: Banbury Mill
Salary: £33,450 + Shift Premium £7,550 (Total package £41,000)
Hours: 42 hours per week – 4 on 4 off shift pattern (includes weekends)

Shift Pattern:

  • 4 Days (06:00–18:00)
  • 4 Off
  • 4 Nights (18:00–06:00)
  • 4 Off
  • Repeat

The Role

We are looking for a Production Operative to join our team at Banbury Mill. You will play a key role in supporting the safe and efficient production of animal feed, ensuring all safety, quality, hygiene, and production standards are consistently achieved.

Working within a busy manufacturing environment, you will help ensure agreed physical and nutritional specifications are met while maintaining operational efficiency across the mill.


Operating Environment

  • Intensive milling environment (noisy and dusty at times)
  • Processing raw materials into Animal Feed
  • Based within the mill environment, including plant and production areas

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the safe production of feed in line with nutritional and quality standards
  • Collect samples and assist with quality checks as required
  • Complete production paperwork and maintain accurate records
  • Monitor stock levels and assist with efficient material usage
  • Minimise downtime and support smooth production flow
  • Liaise with colleagues to ensure efficient production runs
  • Monitor feed quality and report any issues
  • Handle supplement bags up to 26kg when required
  • Ensure cleaning schedules and hygiene standards are maintained
  • Adhere to all Health & Safety, Food Safety, Environmental and Biosecurity procedures
  • Report hazards, near misses, and incidents in line with company policy
  • Promote company values and maintain confidentiality
  • 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):

  • Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment
  • Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
  • Forklift licence
  • Basic Health & Safety knowledge

Personal Attributes:

  • Positive, reliable and team-focused attitude
  • Strong communication skills
  • Safety-conscious and proactive approach
  • Willingness to work a rotating days and nights shift pattern

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing site offering a competitive salary package of £41,000 and a structured shift pattern providing regular time off.

If you’re dependable, motivated, and ready to build a career within a fast-paced production environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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