Production Operative

Robinsons Brewery; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage industry is seeking a Production Operative to ensure safe and efficient handling of products at The Unicorn Packaging Centre. The role involves operating plant equipment, training team members, and upholding high safety and quality standards while working on a rotating shift pattern. Join a family-run business with a strong heritage and enjoy competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

35 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays

Generous company pension and life assurance scheme

25% discount on food, drink, and accommodation

Exclusive employee discounts at over 800 retailers

Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

A supportive, team-driven culture built on strong values

Job security in a family-run business established in 1838

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to delivering outstanding results.
• Attention to detail with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Team player with proficient IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate plant equipment to maintain high safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Identify and resolve faults efficiently.
• Train and support colleagues to improve overall team performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Effective communication

IT skills

Education

IBD Certification in Packaging (achieved or in progress)

Job description

Production Operative Pay Rate: Starting at £14.53 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week, rotating shifts (6:30 or 7:30 AM start for mornings, 1:30 or 2:30 PM start for afternoons, Monday to Friday)

Robinsons Brewery is seeking a Production Operative to join our team at The Unicorn Packaging Centre in Bredbury, with occasional shifts at our Stockport Brewery. This role is essential in ensuring the safe and efficient handling of our beer and soft drinks throughout receipt, processing, and packaging.

Role Purpose

As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products to our packaging lines. Your responsibilities will include ensuring operational efficiency, supporting the training and development of fellow operators, and achieving key performance targets.

You will work on a rotating shift pattern, Monday to Friday, covering both mornings and afternoons. Bank Holidays are considered part of normal working hours, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate plant equipment to maintain high safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Identify and resolve faults efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities.
• Train and support colleagues to improve overall team performance.
• Lead and engage in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Uphold expected behaviours and work standards.
• Update Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and Risk Assessments as needed.
• Conduct quality assurance sampling, testing, and recording of results.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Strong commitment to delivering outstanding results, both individually and as part of a team.
• Passion for high performance and continuous improvement.
• Attention to detail with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Determination, resilience, and a drive to succeed.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence effectively.
• Sound analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Capability to clean, inspect, and perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Adaptability to change and willingness to implement improvements.
• Effective knowledge-sharing and ability to assess the competency of others.
• Team player with proficient IT skills.

Desirable:

• IBD Certification in Packaging (achieved or in progress).
• Engineering or maintenance experience.
• Background in Food/FMCG or a similar process industry.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing methods and tools.
• Previous experience in liquid processing/packaging, preferably in the food and drinks industry.

Employee Benefits:

• 35 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
• Generous company pension and life assurance scheme.
• 25% discount on food, drink, and accommodation in our managed pubs.
• Exclusive employee discounts at over 800 retailers.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Free on-site parking.
• A supportive, team-driven culture built on strong values.
• Job security in a family-run business established in 1838.

If you're ready to be part of a company with a proud heritage and a bright future, apply today!