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CAREERS
At Davidsons Animal Feeds, we’re more than just a leading name in the industry – we’re a growing family business built on hard work, trust, and a passion for supporting the agricultural community. As we continue to expand, we’re always looking for dedicated, enthusiastic individuals to join our team.
Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a place here where your contribution matters and your career can thrive. Come be part of something meaningful – come grow with Davidsons.
Please see below available vacancies:
Control Room Operator
Bulk Outloading
DAVIDSONS ANIMAL FEEDS – SHOTTS, LANARKSHIRE
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm
Occasional Saturday mornings: January–April during our busy season
Salary: Competitive, to be discussed at interview
Employment Type: Full-time
The Role
Davidsons Animal Feeds is looking for a Control Room Operator to join our team at our Shotts, Lanarkshire site. The role involves operating our computerised control systems to manage and monitor the bulk outloading of animal feed. This is a non-physical, computer-based role within the control room and would suit someone who is highly computer literate, has excellent attention to detail and enjoys working in an operational environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate and monitor computerised control systems for bulk animal feed outloading.
- Accurately select products and process customer orders.
- Monitor the outloading process and respond to system alerts.
- Enter and maintain accurate information on computer systems.
- Coordinate with drivers and colleagues to ensure efficient loading and dispatch.
- Monitor product movements and stock through the control system.
- Identify and report any operational issues.
- Maintain accurate records and system documentation.
- Follow company procedures relating to safety, quality and product traceability.
- Work efficiently and accurately during busy periods.
The Person
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a high degree of computer literacy.
- Is confident learning and using computerised control systems.
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Is organised, reliable and responsible.
- Has good communication skills.
- Can work calmly and accurately in a busy environment.
- Can work independently and as part of a team.
- Has previous experience in a control room, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture or animal feed environment — desirable but not essential.
Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday: 7:00am–5:00pm
Due to increased demand during our busy season, occasional Saturday morning work will be required between January and April.
The position is primarily computer-based, with the operator monitoring and controlling the bulk outloading operation from the control room. No physical loading work is involved.
Salary
Competitive salary – to be discussed with the successful candidate at interview.
How to Apply
If you are highly computer literate, reliable, organised and looking for a long-term position with Davidsons Animal Feeds, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Send you CV into careers@davidsonsfeeds.co.uk
DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS – FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER
Customer Service/Ruminant Feed Sales Advisor
LOCATION: SHOTTS, NORTH LANARKSHIRE
Job Type: Full-time (Office-based)
Industry: Agriculture/ruminant feed
The Role
If you have a genuine interest in agriculture, enjoy talking to customers and know that good animal nutrition can make a real difference, we’d like to hear from you! We’re looking for a customer service/ruminant sales feed advisor to join our team in Shotts. This is a varied role combining customer service, sales and practical feed advice, where you’ll become a key point of contact for our customers across the dairy, beef and sheep sectors.
You’ll be the friendly and knowledgeable voice our customers can rely on, helping them find the right products and providing a service that keeps them coming back.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE:
- Taking customer orders and ensuring they are processed accurately and efficiently.
- Responding to customer enquiries by telephone and email.
- Building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Providing product information and practical advice on our ruminant feed range.
- Supporting customers across the dairy, beef and sheep sector.
- Identifying sales, up selling and cross-selling opportunities.
- Developing existing customer accounts and supporting new business opportunities.
- Understanding customer requirements and recommending suitable feed products.
- Working closely with our sales, technical, production and logistics teams.
- Keeping up to date with our products, pricing and developments in ruminant nutrition.
- Gathering customer feedback and sharing valuable market insight with the wider team.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who is friendly, confident, organised and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in agriculture and ruminant feed.
You’ll ideally have:
- An interest in or knowledge of the dairy, beef and sheep industry.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- A confident and professional telephone manner.
- Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
- The ability to build positive, long-term customer relationships.
- A natural ability to spot a sales opportunity.
- Good IT and computer skills.
- A positive, proactive attitude.
- The ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
- A willingness to develop your knowledge of ruminant feed and nutrition.
- Previous experience in agriculture, farming, ruminant feed, animal nutrition, sales or agricultural customer service would be advantageous.
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, willing to learn and enjoys helping customers find the right solution.
What’s in it for you?
- Full training and ongoing development.
- The opportunity to develop your knowledge of ruminant feed and nutrition.
- Support from an experienced sales and technical team.
- A friendly and collaborative working environment.
- A varied role with plenty of opportunity to make an impact.
- Career development within the agricultural industry.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.
Ready to get stuck in?
If you’re interested in nutrition, farming and sales, this could be the role for you. We’re looking for someone who wants to become part of the team, build genuine customer relationships and develop a career within the ruminant feed industry.
How to Apply
To apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for the role to:
DEADLINE FOR APPLICANTS – FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER
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CONTACT
Davidson Brothers (Shotts) Ltd
Gray Street, Shotts ML7 5EZ
GENERAL
+44 (0)1501 820 048
contact@davidsonsfeeds.co.uk
SALES
+44 (0)1501 820 473
sales@davidsonsfeeds.co.uk
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