Factory Operator

Britvic; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company based in Leeds is seeking a Factory Operator to drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will operate machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency while contributing to performance metrics in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities include leading improvement initiatives and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Candidates should possess relevant experience along with qualifications such as NVQ Level 2. This role offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including a monthly product allowance and private medical options.

Benefits

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday

Qualifications

• Direct manufacturing operational experience in a fast-paced consumer goods environment.
• Working knowledge of SAP systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and first-line engineering procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment according to best practices ensuring safety and compliance.
• Take ownership of daily performance metrics for operational targets.
• Lead Business Work System activities and ensure team performance.

Skills

Direct manufacturing operational experience

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

SAP systems knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Health, Safety and Environmental processes

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)

Basic Hygiene Certificate

HACCP Systems knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Factory Operator
Location: Leeds
Job Length: Permanent
Working Hours: 36.5

Working hours/shift pattern: 6 am - 6 pm / 6 pm - 6 am, Days and Nights, 4 Week Shift Pattern
Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
Private Medical options
Life Assurance
Company bonus scheme
Access to 24/7 GP services
Enhanced pension contribution
Generous holiday (inc bank holidays)
Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea and Rockstar Energy.
With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 5 production facilities and 16 logistics depot’s servicing customers up and down the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains, and that is ensuring our people succeed.

About the Role

As a Factory Operator, you will drive operational excellence by operating machinery with optimal safety and efficiency. This dynamic position combines hands‑on equipment operation with a "Non-Core Champion Role" that integrates functional requirements with operational needs. You'll be instrumental in maintaining performance standards while leading continuous improvement initiatives across all Business Work System (BWS) activities, serving as a role model for your colleagues.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate equipment according to best practices while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies
• Take ownership of daily performance metrics in your operational area, contributing to factory targets for operational excellence, SKU adherence, waste minimization, and quality standards
• Lead Business Work System activities and take responsibility for team performance, providing exemplary behavior in attitude, contribution, and collaboration
• Perform basic maintenance tasks to enhance efficiency during product and size changeovers within your designated team
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping and hygiene standards throughout the site
• Serve as the primary liaison between operations teams and sponsoring functions, coordinating activities to support achievement of functional targets
• Provide specific support and guidance for the development of team members on equipment operation and continuous improvement initiatives

Experience and Key Attributes

• Direct manufacturing operational experience in a fast‑paced consumer goods environment
• Demonstrated skills in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) theory and application while operating machinery
• Working knowledge of SAP systems and manufacturing processes
• Excellent communication and team facilitation skills with the ability to motivate others
• Sound understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental processes and their practical application
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and first‑line engineering/lubrication procedures
• Relevant qualifications including NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), Basic Hygiene Certificate, and HACCP Systems knowledge

Our commitment to diversity equity & inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - including those of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We actively seek to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of our colleagues, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and inclusive practices are embedded in everything we do.

We are happy to support accessibility needs, to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates, so please do let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Application Process:
We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application