Machine Operator – Pasteurising Area

Company: The Best Connection
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Location: Shrewsbury
Job Description:

Machine Operator – Pasteurising Area

Location: Shrewsbury

Employer: The Best Connection (on behalf of our client)

Please note: Due to the location and early start times, candidates must have their own transport as there is no public transport available.

Working Hours & Pay

  • Monday to Friday
  • 06:00 – 18:00
  • Starting pay: £13.00 per hour
  • (Negotiable depending on experience)

This is a temporary to permanent opportunity.

Future shift pattern will move to a 4 on / 4 off rota, including weekends – flexibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating and monitoring pasteurising machinery used for heat-treating liquid products
  • Loading raw materials into the pasteurising system
  • Checking temperatures, timings, and process controls to ensure food safety standards are met
  • Carrying out quality checks (e.g. consistency, colour, contamination)
  • Accurately recording production data and completing paperwork
  • Cleaning and sanitising equipment in line with hygiene standards
  • Following strict health & safety and food hygiene (HACCP) procedures
  • Reporting any faults, issues, or inconsistencies to supervisors
  • Supporting general production tasks when required

Requirements

  • Previous experience within a production or food manufacturing environment (essential)
  • Valid Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (essential)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes
  • Reliable, with a good work ethic
  • Able to commit to 12-hour shifts and future weekend work
  • Own transport required due to location

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026