Production Operator

Details

• Employment Type: Full-time (an average of 35 hours per week)
• Location: Based at MiAlgae’s site in Grangemouth, Falkirk
• Salary: £28,000 - £36,000 depending on experience + shift premium
• Working pattern: Initially working 6 days on, 3 days off rotation covering day and back
• shifts. Following an initial period, the rotation will also include night shifts.

The Opportunity

• Help run the process that turns microalgae into a sustainable source of omega-3. You will
• join our Production Team at our Grangemouth manufacturing site, operating process
• equipment safely and consistently, completing accurate production records and helping
• the team keep production on plan.
• This is a practical, hands-on role for someone who is comfortable working in an industrial
• or regulated environment. Experience in food and drink, brewing, distilling,
• pharmaceuticals, chemicals, biotechnology, utilities or another process manufacturing
• environment may all be relevant.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment, including bioreactors and associated process systems.
• Complete equipment set-up, start-up, shutdown, clean-in-place (CIP) and sterilisation-in-place (SIP) activities.
• Prepare materials and growth media to standard recipes and support inoculation and routine product sampling.
• Follow SOPs, risk assessments, permit-to-work requirements and food safety controls.
• Complete batch records, shift reports and process trackers accurately and on time.
• Identify and report process or equipment issues, carry out basic troubleshooting and escalate faults appropriately.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping across the production area.
• Communicate production progress, issues and relevant information clearly during shift handovers.
• Support facility cleaning, routine equipment care and continuous improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Production, Quality, Engineering and
• Technical teams to support production delivery and continuous improvement.

About You - Experience & Qualities

• We are looking for practical, safety-conscious individuals who take pride in working
• accurately, following procedures and contributing effectively as part of a shift team. You
• will be comfortable working in an industrial environment and willing to learn MiAlgae’s
• equipment and production processes.

Essential Experience

• HND level education (or equivalent practical experience) in a relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an industrial production, process manufacturing or similar regulated operational environment.
• Experience of CIP, SIP, fermentation, pasteurisation, filtration, centrifugation or hygienic manufacturing.
• Experience working safely under Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a regulated production environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a shift team and to work the advertised pattern, including nights.
• Practical problem-solving skills and willingness to learn unfamiliar equipment and processes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills to meet shift-based production deadlines.

Desirable

• Full, clean driving licence.
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP, HACCP or another regulated quality system.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting or equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience in food and beverage, brewing or distilling, pharmaceutical, chemical, biotechnology or a related process industry.
• A forklift licence or experience operating plant machinery.
• An interest in biotechnology or sustainable production processes.

Not sure you meet every point? If you have relevant industrial experience and a strong approach to safety, quality and teamwork, we would still encourage you to apply. Role specific training will be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A market-aligned salary (as noted). We reward high performance and business impact.
• Holidays: 32 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) to recharge and refresh, plus flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Additional annual leave per complete year of service – up to 5 additional days. Our holiday purchase scheme offers even more flexibility, allowing you to buy extra days when you need them.
• Pension & Benefits: 5% company pension contribution (qualifying earnings). We also offer a Cycle to Work and Electric Car salary sacrifice schemes. Free on-site parking is available for all employees.
• Wellness Perks: 50% company contribution to gym membership to support your health and wellbeing - terms apply. You’ll also enjoy regular social events and team activities - because at MiAlgae, it’s all about the folk and celebrating our successes together.
• Growth & Development: Join a high-growth, purpose-driven business where you can shape your own career path. We offer professional development support and opportunities to collaborate cross-functionally, helping you deliver results and make an impact.
• Mission & Impact: Be part of a pioneering biotech company delivering innovation with purpose - reducing reliance on wild-caught fish, supporting the circular economy, and driving a more sustainable pet food industry. Your work will directly contribute to creating a healthier planet.
• Why Join MiAlgae: Join our Production team at an exciting stage in the development of our Grangemouth operation. You will gain hands-on experience of a distinctive production process, work with colleagues across several technical disciplines and contribute directly to the safe and consistent manufacture of a more sustainable source of omega-3.

About MiAlgae

• MiAlgae uses science and technology to produce a sustainable source of omega-3 from
• microalgae. Our process recycles co-products from the food and drink industry, returns
• clean water and supports a circular economy. Your work will help reduce reliance on
• wild-caught fish and support the growth of sustainable food and pet-food supply chains.
• We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people with different
• backgrounds and experiences. If you need an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment
• process, please let us know.

Ready to Apply?

• If you’re excited by the opportunity to help shape a more sustainable future, we’d love to
• hear from you.
• Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest to careers@mialgae.com.
• Grangemouth Job Prioritisation Scheme (GJPS). If you wish to be considered under the
• Grangemouth Job Prioritisation Scheme, please indicate this when applying.