SMI Line Operator: Fast-Paced Packaging & Capper Expert

Greencore Group plc; Cawood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Pension contributions

Share save scheme

Life insurance

Greencore Qualifications

Employee discount platform

Wellbeing centre

Job summary

Greencore is recruiting an SMI operator in Cawood, North Yorkshire, to run the SMI line and related equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing site.

You will follow defined procedures, troubleshoot minor issues, and work with engineers and shift managers. The role offers day shifts 04:00–16:00 on Mon-Wed, rotating after six weeks, with overtime after 36 hours at x1.25 and a pay rate of £16.02 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Comply with Health and Safety and Food Safety standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and teamwork.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment producing quality and safe products.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Open to working in a production environment with varying temperatures.
• Positive attitude and work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient running of the SMI and any associated equipment (logopak, spice capper, top tagger, video, pallet stacking).
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues (mechanical and procedural).
• Liaise with Area Process Leaders, Line Coordinator, Engineers, and Shift Managers.
• Ensure the correct glass and caps are on the line.
• Assist in or complete a capper changeover when required.
• Consider quality, health, and safety issues at all times.
• Work to the Right First Time ethos.
• Mentor and assist with training of new staff.

Skills

Machinery experience

Health & safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability

Work under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Greencore is recruiting an SMI operator in Cawood, North Yorkshire, to run the SMI line and related equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing site.

You will follow defined procedures, troubleshoot minor issues, and work with engineers and shift managers. The role offers day shifts 04:00–16:00 on Mon-Wed, rotating after six weeks, with overtime after 36 hours at x1.25 and a pay rate of £16.02 per hour.