Formulation Operator

Short Intro and About the Job

Formulation Operator

Location: Alpro- Kettering, Northamptonshire

Salary: £39,883.63 starting salary, rising to £41,545.45 once fully trained, plus shift allowance and an excellent range of benefits including pension, private healthcare, income protection and employee discounts.

Working Pattern: Full-time rotating shifts, including days, nights and weekends.

Join Alpro, Part of Danone

At Alpro, we're passionate about creating plant-based products that millions of people enjoy every day. As part of Danone, we're a global business with a local feel, offering excellent career development opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative manufacturing environment.

We're currently looking for a Formulation Operator to join our Kettering manufacturing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor the formulation and blending process to meet production requirements.
• Maintain food safety, quality and operational standards at all times.
• Start up, operate and shut down manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement activities.
• Complete production records, stock checks and other operational documentation accurately.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.

About You

We're looking for someone who is safety-focused, proactive and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• GCSEs (or equivalent)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience within a food manufacturing or manufacturing environment
• Understanding of food hygiene and allergen controls
• Good attention to detail and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure

Desirable

• FLT Licence
• HACCP training
• COSHH training
• Experience with Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems
• Experience working with automated manufacturing processes
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies

About Us, We offer and What's next

What We Offer

At Alpro, we know our people are our greatest asset. In return for your hard work and commitment, we offer:

• Competitive salary and shift allowance
• Excellent benefits package including pension, private healthcare and life assurance
• Health and wellbeing support
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within Alpro and Danone
• An inclusive, supportive and high-performing team environment

About Alpro & Danone

Alpro is one of Europe's leading plant-based food and drink brands and is proudly part of Danone, a global company with a mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

Our Alpro Kettering site plays a vital role in producing products enjoyed by consumers across the UK and beyond. We're proud of our culture, our commitment to safety and quality, and the opportunities we provide for our people to learn, develop and grow their careers.

At Danone, we believe that different perspectives make us stronger. Creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive is a core part of who we are.

What's Next?

If you're looking for your next challenge within Alpro’s dynamic manufacturing environment and want to be part of a team making products enjoyed by millions, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 6th November 2026

All applications must be submitted online.

Internal Applicants: Please inform your Line Manager or Team Leader before applying for this vacancy.

To find out more about Alpro, Danone and other career opportunities, visit: www.danone.com