Production Mill Operator

Production Mill Operator – Pulper

Location:

Lancaster
Salary: £25,515.36 per annum + overtime
Shift Pattern: 7am–7pm (2 days / 2 nights / 4 off) – followed by extended rest period

Employment Type:

Full-time, permanent

We are recruiting a Production Mill Operator (Pulper) to join a well-established industrial manufacturing site based in Lancaster. This is a key, standalone role within the production team, ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, hands-on work, and learning complex machinery.

The Role

You will provide pulper and mill support to ensure consistent product quality, equipment reliability, and efficient factory output. Working independently, you’ll be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor pulping machinery to ensure smooth and efficient production

Control and audit operating costs against centreline settings

Accurately record production output, downtime, and performance data

Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning, and daily FLT checks

Troubleshoot day-to-day operational issues

Adhere strictly to quality, health & safety, and site procedures

Desirable:

Operator Experience

Or Ex Forces

Training & Onboarding

Day 1:
Health & safety, HR induction, team introductions

Day 2: SOPs, procedures, and risk assessments

Day 3 onwards:
Job familiarisation with a buddy

Up to 3 months of weekday training before moving onto shifts

Weekly catch-ups and monthly probation reviews

Ongoing accredited training (FLT, cranes, MEWP, IOSH, confined space, first aid, and more)

Pay & Benefits

£13.63 per hour

Overtime available weekly if desired

Saturday: time and a half | Sunday: double time

Salary increase scheduled for February 2026

After probation:

Monthly household product allowance

Vouchers & wellbeing portal

Early pay access

Extended rest periods built into the shift cycle

Progression

This site promotes from within. Initiative, reliability, and the right attitude are recognised and rewarded with development and promotion opportunities