Process Operator

£29,400– £31,200 (including shift allowance, DOE)

Weekly Rotating Shifts
-Mon –Fri 37.5 Hours

Location:

Castle Cary

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

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with 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.

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.

• 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

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to accurately update data via computerised systems.
• Health & Safety awareness:
  Strong understanding of H&S and quality standards.
• 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.
• Manufacturing experience:
  Previous experience working in a production/manufacturing environment desirable.

• Maintain excellent processing line efficiency in line with the set plan and raise any identified issues.
• Operate & monitor machinery:
  Ensure efficient production runs and quality outputs.
• Handle materials:
  Prepare, load, and safely store raw materials.
• Support peers in achieving highest Safety, Quality and Efficiency standards throughout the site, and follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe workplace.
• Ensure cleaning regimes are upheld and fulfilled to the highest standard.
• Record keeping:
  Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Actively participate in operational processes that support the improvement of our business performance.

• 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.