Technical Operator

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

Job summary

A major beverage company in Rugby seeks a Technical Operator to join its production team. This role involves operating sophisticated machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and supporting production targets. Ideal candidates have prior manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and a flexible approach to work. The position offers a 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

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, making appropriate decisions without supervision.
• Comfortable working with numbers and data to support production tracking.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to achieve efficiency and performance targets.
• Perform first-line maintenance and routine diagnostics.
• Conduct required quality checks and accurately document results.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Strong communication

Flexibility

Basic educational qualifications

Positive attitude towards improvement

Education

NVQ Level II or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Technical Operator
Location: Rugby
Job Length: Permanent
Working Hours: 42

Shift - 4on 4off, days and nights rotating 7 am - 7 pm, 7 pm - 7 am
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

Join Britvic's Rugby facility, the largest production site in the group, responsible for producing up to 65% of the company's volume. As a Technical Operator, you'll be part of a dynamic team producing Can, PET, and Aseptic products across Juices, Carbonates, and Sports Drinks categories, including major brands such as Pepsi, 7UP, Tango, Gatorade, and Fruit Shoot.

In this pivotal role, you'll operate sophisticated machinery to meet production targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. You'll work within a highly flexible, multi-skilled team environment where your technical expertise and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to the site's overall performance and success.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to achieve efficiency and performance targets while ensuring compliance with all Quality, Food Safety, and Health & Safety standards
• Perform first-line maintenance, routine diagnostics, and lubrication schedules to maintain optimal plant efficiency
• Execute plant/product changeovers efficiently within agreed timescales to maximize production uptime
• Conduct required quality checks and accurately document results through established reporting procedures
• Manage materials collection, usage tracking, and waste reconciliation for your operational area
• Maintain exceptional standards of hygiene and housekeeping throughout all operational areas
• Utilize business control systems such as SAP to manage product inventory and ensure traceability requirements

Experience and Key Attributes

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, making appropriate decisions without supervision
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams
• Flexibility to work across multiple production areas and adapt to changing priorities
• Basic educational qualifications with the capability to achieve NVQ Level II or equivalent
• Comfort working with numbers and data to support production tracking and improvement
• Positive attitude toward continuous improvement and skills development, both personally and for team members

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.