Manufacturing Operative

Danone; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and drink company in Liverpool is hiring a Manufacturing Technician to operate production equipment and ensure product quality in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, knowledge of GMP and HACCP, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. This role offers competitive pay, shift allowance, and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and shift allowance

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Career development support

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of GMP and HACCP best practices.
• Proactive and flexible with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Good communication skills and ability to work on a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment maintaining safety and quality.
• Perform visual checks and complete documentation standards.
• Drive KPIs and resolve issues to maintain service standard.

Skills

Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environment

Understanding of GMP

Knowledge of HACCP

Familiarity with 5S

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Short Intro and About the Job

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician to join our team at the Liverpool plant on fixed-term or permanent roles!

In this hands-on role, you’ll be at the heart of our production operations—running equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, take pride in doing things right first time, and enjoy being part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.

What will I be doing day to day?

• Operate production equipment in compliance with health and safety, GMP, and best-practice guidelines and procedures.
• Follow company safety policies, rules, and procedures, working within the WISE (Working in a Safe Environment) framework, ensuring safe behavior at all times.
• Identify and report health or safety hazards and dangerous situations; implement appropriate control measures and raise safety contacts when unsafe acts or practices are observed.
• Carry out risk assessments as appropriate.
• Coordinate audits for good housekeeping/5S and complete follow-up actions, maintaining a proactive 'Clean as you go' approach.
• Operate production equipment in adherence to GMP and HACCP guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with quality procedures such as Critical Control Points, processes, and standards in line with the Quality Management System (QMS) and Danone Quality Food Standards.
• Perform and record in-process checks to verify product standards, maintain a clean workstation, and uphold a high standard of right-first-time production.
• Maximize production quality and output in your area.
• Perform visual product quality checks.
• Complete documentation standards accurately, including inputs and scanning into the MES system.
• Manufacture products to specifications at the right time and cost, following the Right First-Time approach.
• Ensure maximized output in your area.
• Drive KPIs, both direct and indirect.
• Anticipate and resolve problems to avoid impacts on customer service.

Interested in this role and have the experience we are looking for? Submit your CV through sHaRe.

What do you need to be successful in this job? Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a solid understanding of GMP, HACCP, and 5S is essential. The ideal candidate is proactive, takes initiative, and seeks continuous improvement. You should be self-motivated, flexible, a good communicator, vigilant, and capable of problem-solving on the job.

We operate on a rotating 24/7 shift pattern. You’ll receive a structured onboarding and training program. Starting salary is £26,026 plus a 33% shift allowance. After demonstrating competence, you can expect a salary increase to £29,459 plus shift allowance and bonus, typically within 6 months. You’ll also have access to our flexible benefits, pension scheme, and career development support.

About Us, What We Offer, and Next Steps

Danone is undergoing a global transformation focused on health and digital innovation. We are a leading food and drink company with a health-focused portfolio, operating at five UK sites with over 2,000 employees. Our mission is to promote health through our products, aligning with our commitment to sustainability and well-being.

Our brands include Volvic, Evian, Activia, Alpro, and others. We offer a competitive package including pension, bonus, healthcare, life assurance, and flexible benefits. We support inclusive, flexible working and personal development. Please specify your preferences for flexible working in your application.

Visit www.danone.com to learn more about our commitments and values.