Production Technician

street, south west england, United Kingdom Company: JR UK Client /

Employer:

Mars

Posted: 21.05.2026

Job reference: f

Location:

JR UK

Client /

Employer:

Mars

Job reference: f

Listing type:
Basic

EU work permit required:
No

Posted: 21.05.2026

05.07.2026

Location: Castle Cary

Salary: £29,400- £31,200 (including shift allowance, DOE)

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