Production Operative | Banbury
| Company: | Avara |
| Location: | Oxfordshire |
| Salary: | £33,450 + Shift Premium £7,550 (Total package £41,000) |
📣 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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