Machine Operator

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 4 off / 4 nights on / 4 off etc.

Day shift is 06:45 - 19:00, Night shift is 18:45 – 07:00

Salary: £35,576.40 per annum + site bonus scheme up to £800 per annum

Nuneaton: CV10 7RG - Free car parking on site

ABOUT SAPUTO NUNEATON

Saputo’s Nuneaton site is our packaging centre of excellence for our well-known British cheeses including Cathedral City, Wensleydale, and Davidstow Cheddar.

Nuneaton is Saputo’s biggest plant in the UK, with more than 450 employees.

The site has recently been through a phase of huge investment and we are still growing, so it is an exciting time to join us!

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our production team as Machine Operators, internally known as Materials Handling Technicians.

This is a varied role involving manual handling and heavy lifting in some areas, alongside machine setting and running machinery, with progression into fault finding and front-line maintenance of both mechanical and electronic machinery such as HMI screens and PLC systems.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment, where your contributions matter.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Running, cleaning and setting up factory equipment
• Operating and monitoring cutting and packing machines to maintain smooth and efficient production flow
• Carrying out 30-minute quality checks to ensure products meet specifications and compliance to standards
• Working with the rest of the shift team to achieve production targets and maintain high standards
• Ensuring adherence to health & safety, food safety, and hygiene regulations at all times
• Identifying and reporting any equipment issues promptly to minimise downtime
• Maintaining accurate records of quality checks and production data

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU…

• Have hands-on experience operating and setting up production machinery, ideally in a food manufacturing or high-care environment
• Understand the importance of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards and follow them diligently
• Are detail and quality-focused, with the ability to carry out regular checks and maintain accurate records
• Can work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues to meet production targets and maintain high standards
• Are proactive and reliable
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• We share bonus scheme – up to £800 per year
• Long service awards - recognised every 5 years
• Generous employer pension contributions
• One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Life Assurance
• Discounted SDUK products (Cathedral City Cheese, Fry Light & Clover - to name a few!)
• Subsidised staff restaurant onsite
• My Staff shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers
• Free, onsite parking

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION AT SAPUTO

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer where we strive to ensure our site is inclusive and accessible for all. 

#SDUK2026

This role has been assessed and is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.