Line Technician (Milling) – Selby 

Department: Production
Location: Selby 
Closing date:  24th July 2025

Our Business

We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces, and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and special events are celebrated. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.

The Opportunity

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Rice Miller to join our team at our Selby site. In this role, you will learn to lead by example, championing Health & Safety and Food Safety to ensure high standards are maintained. You will be responsible for ensuring all production plans are followed and executed efficiently, while providing shift cover for other millers and mill cleaners as needed to help maintain smooth operations. 

To be successful in your application, you will demonstrate a strong desire to learn, the ability to pick up, maintain, and utilise information effectively. Key competencies include a strong customer focus, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Join our team and start your journey by learning from one of our experienced Millers. You’ll have the opportunity to shadow them and gain invaluable insights from their decades of expertise in Milling. The role will be day based initially Monday to Friday and when fully trained, the role will require you to work on your own on a rotating 24/7 shift pattern with additional salary increase to reflect this.

What we offer:

  • A competitive salary
  • ABF Pension Scheme membership
  • An annual Incentive Plan
 

Additionally, you will have access to a range of benefits aimed at enhancing your wellbeing both at home and at work; from a free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to access to affordable loans and financial education, electric vehicle and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes, an option to buy additional holidays and a day dedicated to volunteering in your local community. You will also have access to our benefits platform Extra Spice from day one, offering a huge variety of retail and leisure discounts.

Would you like to hear more?

We would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with anyone who feels they would be a great fit for our business. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require at any stage in the recruitment process.

To apply please click here!