Day Shift Operator

Day Shift Operator – Leading Drinks Manufacturer
📍 Inverness-shire
🕒 Full-Time | Rotating Shift Pattern | Permanent

Alexander Steele is working in partnership with a well-known drinks manufacturer in the Inverness-shire area to recruit for multiple roles within production. One of the current opportunities is for a Day Shift Operator to join their operational team on a permanent basis.

Role Overview

The position follows a three-week rotation:

• Two weeks of 12-hour shifts (8am – 8pm)

• One week of standard days (8am – 4.30pm)

• Additional night shift coverage (approx. 6 weeks per year during harvest)

• Flexibility is required to cover holidays and sickness

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to support production and drying processes

• Transfer barley and malt through various stages of production

• Maintain cleanliness across work areas, including confined spaces

• Support with weighbridge operations and site vehicle movements

• Assist engineering teams when required

• Follow all safety procedures, including wearing full PPE

• Maintain accurate records in line with quality standards

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Literate, numerate, and able to follow written procedures

• Physically fit and comfortable working in confined spaces

• Reliable and flexible with a willingness to adapt to changing shift patterns

• Able to work unsupervised and take initiative

• Full UK driving licence

• Computer literate

Desirable:

• Forklift truck experience

• FiM & GMC qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or process environment

If you have relevant experience or a strong interest in production within the food and drink industry, and you’re looking to work for a reputable manufacturer, Alexander Steele would be keen to hear from you.

To find out more or apply, please get in touch.