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Posted 25 July, 2026

Technical Operator

Muller UK & Ireland
Market Drayton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Technical Operator/Production Operative to join the Butter Department at our Market Drayton site to be a part of Muller's UK Manufacturing Operator, producing a quality product and meeting specifications according to laid down procedures in the most efficient way.

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Contract: Full Time / Permanent

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Starting Salary: £32,951.76 per annum increasing to £38,594.96 once fully trained

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Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days and Nights – 7-7

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Location: Market Drayton (Butter)

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Your Responsibilities:

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  • Operating manufacturing machinery in accordance to laid down procedures.
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  • A proactive approach to all matters concerning Health & Safety
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  • Ability to co-operate with the employer in assisting them to fulfil their statutory duties
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  • Meeting operational line / plant targets / waste targets
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  • Meeting Individual targets
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  • Minimising machine / plant down time
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  • Maintaining the hygienic standards of the production environment and general housekeeping of the working area
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  • Carrying out of basic routine maintenance (mechanical aptitude is essential)
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  • Striving to achieve the highest quality product, highlighting any concerns to your manager
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  • Prompt fault finding and timely corrective action or escalation
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  • Having a flexible approach to your work arrangements
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  • Completion of raw material and finished product analytical testing and legal compliance confirmation
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Key skills and experience

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  • Relevant food manufacturing qualification
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  • Basic Food Hygiene
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  • Relevant Health & Safety Training
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  • Chemical Training
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  • Mechanical Handling Equipment
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  • Technical Processing Plant / Machine Knowledge
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  • Continuous improvement techniques
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  • Teamwork & Collaboration
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  • Good communicator – verbally and written
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  • Good mechanical aptitude (Essential)
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Benefits

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  • A competitive salary, monthly paid
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  • Access an exclusive rewards platform including your Müller money, health and lifestyle benefits, Company pension, healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, home technology and cycle to work.
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  • Access the Müller Rewards discount scheme offering over 800 discounts online and in-store and the potential to make savings across grocery and clothes shopping, holidays, insurance, gifts and more
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  • Have pride in what you achieve as a member of a team
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  • Be provided with a free corporate uniform
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  • Free onsite secured colleague car parking
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You can find out more about Müller and what it’s like to work for us by clicking here Careers at Müller UK & Ireland