Production Operative with FLT – Join the Team at Mizkan, Middleton!
Salary: £32,000 (inclusive of 20% shift allowance)
Location: Middleton, M24 2ED
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Production Operative with FLT to join our team in Middleton. Mizkan is a global food company, producing well-known brands including Sarson’s, Hayward, Branston, and OSU.
We are seeking a reliable and proactive individual to join our Bottling Hall team in a dual-capacity role, with primary responsibility for supporting production operations andadditional flexibility to assist the Logistics department when required.
The core focus of this role is within the Bottling Hall, where you will be responsible for:• Feeding materials and packaging to production lines in a timely and safe manner
• Receiving and organising deliveries to maintain smooth supply to the lines
• Maintaining the glass infeed area to ensure it remains clean, tidy, and free from obstructions
• Upholding Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards and following 5S principles
When operationally appropriate (i.e. without impacting core Bottling Hall activities), you may be required to provide support to the Logistics team. This includes:
• VNA operation and stock handling
• Use of scanners for lifting and stock movement
• Aisle counts during stock takes
• Operating dock level equipment
• Vehicle marshalling (banksman duties)
Your New Role:
* Health, Safety & Environment: Ensure safety compliance, report hazards, and follow 5S principles.
* Quality: Adhere to quality procedures, support KPIs, and maintain a clean workspace.
* Productivity: Meet targets, complete production data, and drive continuous improvement.
* Cost: Reduce waste, improve processes, and minimize rework costs.
* Delivery & Engagement: Support production plans, communicate effectively, and promote personal and team development.
What You Will Need to Succeed:
* A passion for improving processes and discovering more efficient ways of working.
* Eagerness to learn and support the growth of others.
* Adaptability and the ability to thrive in dynamic, evolving environments.
* A keen eye for detail with the ability to optimize systems for maximum efficiency.
Why Work with Us?
As part of the Mizkan team, you will enjoy:
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Enhanced company pension (up to 10% Mizkan contribution)
* Quarterly Bonus
* Overtime available (but not guaranteed)
* Flexible banked hours
* Free Food Wednesday (the Wednesday before payday)
* Subsidized canteen with hot breakfast and dinner options
* Star recognition scheme and rewards
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Occupational health and onsite paid physio appointments
* Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
* Wellness programmes and mental health first aiders on site
* Shift flexibility – rotating between 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm, with early finishes on Fridays.
Apply now and join us at Mizkan in Middleton, where innovation, teamwork, and opportunity await!
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