Job description
- Caerphilly, Wales
- Temp to perm,
- undefined,
- machineoppastcd
- 28/10/2025
Job description
Job Role: Senior Machine Operator (Silo Tank Experience)
Location: Caerphilly
Shifts: Monday to Friday – Day & Afternoon Shifts
Pay Rate: £13.50 – £27.00 per hour
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Machine Operator to join our processing team in Caerphilly. This hands-on role involves operating and maintaining silo tanks, pasteurisation, and cream processing systems, ensuring all production runs smoothly and safely. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, proven experience in a dairy or liquid processing environment, and a proactive approach to quality and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and oversee silo tank systems and related processing machinery.
- Safely receive cream from tankers and complete tanker receipt documentation.
- Test cream prior to offloading using the SG stock control system.
- Manage pasteurisation and processing operations in line with SOPs and training.
- Monitor and maintain silo temperatures and equipment performance.
- Carry out CIP (clean-in-place) cleaning of silos and tankers before and after use.
- Lead by example in maintaining safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Ensure full compliance with Critical Control Points (CCPs) and other regulatory standards.
- Accurately complete all required production and quality records.
- Support and mentor junior operators as required.
- Report and help resolve mechanical or process issues promptly.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience as a Machine Operator, Processing Operative, or similar role in a food or dairy production environment.
- Hands-on experience with silo tanks and pasteurisation systems.
- Strong mechanical understanding and troubleshooting ability.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain high safety standards.
- Proactive, team-oriented attitude with leadership potential.
Company Benefits:
- Modern break areas with microwaves and vending machines
- Temp-to-Permanent opportunities
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and development
- Supportive and experienced management team
- Stable full-time hours in a growing company
If you have the skills, experience, and motivation to lead production operations with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our team in Caerphilly and take the next step in your career as a Senior Machine Operator.
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