Technician Operative, 12 month FTC - Wakefield

Technician Operative – Wakefield

12 month FTC

Structured career development + Annual performance related pay bonus and pay reviews + Share scheme + Competitive pension contributions + Private Personal Medical Insurance + Range of flexible benefits and Corporate discounts, holiday buy/sell scheme, optional health care and life assurance + Free parking + Overtime available + Free hot and cold drinks and subsidised canteen + Excellent parental benefits + Flexible working

What you become part of:

Wakefield Operations is a flagship manufacturing site and a powerhouse within the network, producing a significant proportion of GB's volume across multiple high-speed production lines. As one of the largest soft drinks manufacturing facilities in Europe, the site combines scale, pace and innovation in a dynamic environment where every role contributes to delivering products enjoyed by millions of consumers.

Employing more than 550 colleagues across Manufacturing, Engineering and QESH, Wakefield offers a collaborative, supportive and high-performing culture where continuous improvement is part of everyday life. The size and complexity of the operation creates exciting opportunities to develop new skills, build your career and explore future opportunities across Great Britain, Europe and a wider global network.

As a Technician Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our production processes run safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll be trusted to make a real impact from day one, working alongside experienced colleagues who are passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What to expect:

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working as a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in delivering consistently high standards. The role is Days Based: Monday – Friday with a focus on hygiene rotating across all lines and support to daily running requirements.

You will:

• Champion safe working practices and support a positive safety culture.
• Carry out key cleaning routines on a daily basis in line with hygiene standards.

• Follow cleaning schedules, work instructions, and safe operating procedures.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and responsibly.
• Work as part of a team to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workplace.

• Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with site expectations.
• Support line running activities to include: quality checks, card filling and general line support.
• Accurately complete operational and quality documentation.
• Support line changeovers, start-ups and shutdown procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality and Production teams to minimise downtime and improve performance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and actively contribute ideas.

In return, you'll gain exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies, receive ongoing training and development, and become part of a team where your contribution is recognised and valued.

Skills & Essentials:

We're looking for someone who is motivated, proactive and keen to develop within a world-class manufacturing environment.

To be successful, you'll ideally bring:

• Strong awareness of health, safety and quality standards.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
• Able to undertake the physical aspects of the role, including manual cleaning, working in restricted-access areas, bending, kneeling, reaching and manual handling activities, in line with safe working practices.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as alone.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing, production or processing environment.
• A practical and methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Confidence working in a fast-moving operational environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or technical awareness would be advantageous.

• Experience using cleaning equipment and chemicals would be advantageous.

• Flexibility to support shift patterns and business requirements where applicable.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who demonstrates a positive attitude, takes ownership of their work, and is committed to helping the team achieve outstanding results every day.

We welcome applicants with transferable skills from other sectors.

Join us and be part of a manufacturing operation where scale, innovation and people come together to create something exceptional.