Whey Operator, Bagging

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?

SDUK's brands include the nation's favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well‑known butter & spreads (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy‑free products.

We are currently hiring multiple Bagging Whey Operator positions to work within the functional ingredients section, ensuring the bagging and storage of whey products, loading and unloading of deliveries.

The roles will have mixed responsibilities, including manually moving bags of product (25kg and 1tonne), carrying out documentation and administration tasks, ensuring the working environment is safe and clean by following SOPs, and supporting the collection of samples to and from the on‑site lab.

These roles are 6‑month FTC positions. Shift pattern: 3‑on/3‑off, days only, 4pm‑12am (28hours a week).

• Understanding and observing H&S rules, complying with company policy and procedures, and promoting a safe working environment
• Preparing, developing, and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Carrying out pre‑check, set‑up, and start‑up procedures for various pieces of equipment in the plant, recording/monitoring and controlling throughput and quality
• Ensuring all areas are clean and inspected ahead of the next production run, with relevant records being maintained and communicating across teams at all levels
• Ensuring quality checks are carried out as highlighted by HACCP
• Carrying out problem diagnosis on the plant, communicating with engineering when required

• Experienced using computer systems, spreadsheets, and the use of databases
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of manual handling and FLT requirements
• Able to understand and follow instructions and H&S standards and procedures
• A strong communicator with colleagues at all levels
• Methodical in your approach to problem solving and able to address issues to ensure the continued quality of production
• Able to demonstrate basic food hygiene understanding

• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Health cash plan – claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care, etc.
• Access to Thrive 24‑hours a day – a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Discounted branded products
• Free, onsite parking
• Individual allocated lockers
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• My Staff Shop – access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings, providing great discounts from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers & service providers

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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.