Material Movement Operator, Sidcup x3

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major beverage company is looking for a Material Movement Operator in Sidcup, UK. This entry-level role involves moving materials and operating machinery, with full training provided. Ideal candidates are reliable, proactive, and eager to learn. You will perform tasks such as ensuring safety standards and conducting routine maintenance in a fast-paced production environment. A strong team spirit and willingness to contribute to efficiency improvements are essential. Join a leading organization with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proactive and eager to learn; previous experience not required.
• Ability to conduct basic maintenance, fault-finding, or troubleshooting.
• Experience in food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely move, load, and unload materials and finished goods.
• Ensure materials are stored, issued, and returned correctly.
• Complete quality and safety checks in line with site standards.

Skills

Reliability

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Are you looking for new challenges and personal growth within Coca-Cola Europacific Partners? Then we have a great opportunity for you!

Do you have a personality with the power to influence and connect?

Can you sustain the pace to keep on growing?

Will you make an impact with your desire to win?

Material Movement Operator, Sidcup

Closing date: 30th December

We offer both full‑time and part‑time positions with flexible schedules that include a combination of day and night shifts. The hourly pay rate is £16.62.

What you become part of

Sidcup Operations plays a pivotal role within the CCEP network, producing around 50% of the GB SKU portfolio. The site offers a one‑stop shop to the GB Market with a range of packages that are single‑sourced from Sidcup, such as the wide portfolio range of small cans. Across their 7 manufacturing lines the site can produce 480,000 cans every hour, 96,000 PET bottles every hour and 48,000 glass bottles. There are currently around 300 employees across Manufacturing, QESH and Engineering, and experience here can lead to excellent career opportunities both in Sidcup and further afield across other GB sites and Pan‑European locations.

About the Role

As an Operator you’ll play a key part in keeping our manufacturing operations running smoothly. Working across different areas, including Goods In, Process, and Manufacturing, you’ll help move materials safely, operate machinery, complete basic maintenance and hygiene tasks, and support quality, safety, and environmental standards.

This is an entry level role, so full training will be provided. You’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced production environment, working as part of a supportive team that focuses on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely move, load, and unload materials and finished goods.
• Ensure materials are stored, issued, and returned correctly.
• Operate equipment safely, supporting start‑up, changeover, and shutdown activities.
• Monitor production lines and report any issues or faults promptly.
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance to keep equipment and areas in good condition.
• Complete quality and safety checks in line with site standards.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily targets and maintain high standards.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes, safety, and efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, proactive, and eager to learn. You’ll receive full training, so previous experience isn’t required, just a positive attitude and a commitment to working safely and effectively as part of a team.

Nice to Have

• Ability to conduct basic maintenance, fault-finding, or troubleshooting.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Experience in food, beverage, or FMCG manufacturing (helpful but not essential).
• Interest in continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles.

Coca‑Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is a major fast‑moving consumer goods business and the world’s largest independent Coca‑Cola bottler. We’re a dedicated team of 42,000 people, serving customers in 31 countries, working together to make, move and sell some of the world’s most loved drinks.

From gender, age and ethnicity to sexual orientation and different abilities, we welcome people from all walks of life and empower unique perspectives. We recognise we’ve got some way to go, but we’ll get there with the support of our people. It’s them who drive our future growth.