Warehouse Operative – Oswestry Dairy

Company: Arla Foods A.m.b.a
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Location: Oswestry
Job Description:

Arla Foods Oswestry are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join the team on a permanent basis.

At our Arla Oswestry site we pack circa 79,000 tonnes or cheese annually, 1620 tonnes per week.

This includes supplying branded products like Castello, BOB and Arla Pro, along with private label to Waitrose, M&S, Asda and Aldi!

About the job

The successful candidate will work a 3 on, 3 off 12 hours shift pattern that will include both day and night shifts. They will contribute to the quality and technical areas in the warehouse team to enable it to produce the highest quality cheese products in a reliable and cost effective way. Duties will include

  • As a Warehouse Operative you will be moving finished product from the production area into the refrigerated storage area
  • You will be responsible for completing all cold store functions including order picking, physical inventory, loading and house-keeping duties
  • Loading and unloading of vehicles, operating pallet trucks and completion of paperwork
  • Supporting and maintaining safety and hygiene standards

What you’ll need in order to be successful in the role

  • Ambition & drive
  • Previous experience working within a similar environment would be beneficial but not essential
  • Previous experience with food safety regulations and practices would be beneficial but not essential
  • All training and support will be provided during your induction period
  • A motivated team player, who can work on their own initiative
  • You’re as serious about quality as we are – and ready to work hard to achieve it
  • A good attendance record and a willingness to learn further skills

Benefits

  • 23 days Holiday
  • Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
  • On-site gym
  • On-site canteen
  • EV car parking
  • Well-being garden (Outdoor space)
  • Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency’s terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026