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Production / Manufacturing Operator, Manchester
Client: pladis Global
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: d9ce6e78b6df
Job Views: 5
Posted: 02.07.2025
Expiry Date: 16.08.2025
Job Description:
Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Join an ambitious and fast-growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic brands, infrastructure, and people. We are proud bakers and chocolatiers, committed to quality and to hiring passionate individuals who embody our Winning Traits: purpose-led, resilient, positive, collaborative, and agile.
To succeed at pladis, you need to be purpose-led, resilient, and positive. We offer global ambition, a clear vision, and opportunities to learn and make an impact. Click “Apply” to get started.
Position Summary:
* Role Title: Production/Manufacturing Operator
* Salary: £ (effective from April)
* Working Hours: Rotating day and night shifts
* Location: Manchester, Wellington Road N, Stockport SKAU
* Benefits: Pension, Cycle to work, EAP, Staff shop, long service awards, free parking, holiday increases, enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
Our Story:
At McVitie’s, we’ve been crafting the UK’s favourite biscuits and cakes since [year]. Our Manchester factory produces products like Jaffa Cakes, Hobnobs, and Penguin. Owned by pladis, a leading global snacking company, our brands include McVitie’s, Ulker, and Godiva. Our history is rooted in family baking and confectionery, inspiring us to bring happiness through quality and innovation.
About the role:
Our colleagues across the global network bring happiness with every bite. The Manchester site is undergoing significant investment, introducing new products like Club and Gold Bar, leading to multiple vacancies for production/operators. Key responsibilities include:
* Operating complex processes and equipment
* Mechanical/format changeovers and machine setup
* Using data for decision-making and problem-solving
* Working across lines or areas
* Maintaining food safety, hygiene, health, safety, and housekeeping standards
Bring your experience! Essential Criteria:
* Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, or food industry
* Understanding of GMP and safety procedures
* Positive attitude and teamwork skills
* Flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Desired Criteria:
* Understanding of HACCP systems
Please note applications are only accepted online. All applicants meeting the essential criteria will complete online Maths & English tests before progressing.
Our core qualities:
Positive, resilient, collaborative, purpose-led, and agile. pladis is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations during the application process. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or other protected classes.
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