Factory Operator

Job Description

Location:

Castle Cary

Salary: £29,400- £31,200 (including shift allowance, DOE). Additional performance bonus & exceptional benefits.

Hours:

37 Hours per week – Mon‑Fri – weekly rotating shifts.

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best‑in‑class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world‑famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

This is a hands‑on role ensuring raw materials and machinery are running smoothly to keep our production process efficient and safe. You'll play a key part in quality, safety and output while working across different shifts. Full training is provided.

• Week 1: 6am‑2pm
• Week 2: 2pm‑10pm
• Week 3: 10pm‑6am

and then repeat.

• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
• Free perks on site: parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

• IT skills: confident using Outlook, Word & Excel
• Transport: full driving licence + own transport
• Personal skills: self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, organised, and able to manage time effectively
• Health & Safety awareness: strong understanding of H&S and quality standards
• Additional strengths: willing to take a hands‑on approach and committed to learning

• Operate & monitor machinery: ensure efficient production runs and quality outputs
• Handle materials: prepare, load and safely store raw materials
• Record keeping: maintain accurate production records and reports
• Safety first: follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe workplace

• Work alongside 130,000+ associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose‑driven company shaping "the world we want tomorrow"
• Access world‑class training & development from day one
• Join a company with an industry‑leading salary and benefits package