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Manufacturing Key Operative - Machine

United Kingdom, Knaresborough Employment contract · Job Posted July 02, 2026
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As Manufacturing Key Operative - Machine you'll work within the production team to maintain and run the production lines to ensure quality products are produced for our customers in a safe, efficient, and hygienic environment. It's fast paced, high volume and demanding; but rewarding knowing that you're part of a team contributing to a quality product being delivered for our customers.

Job Responsibility

  • Work within the production team to maintain and run the production lines to ensure quality products are produced for our customers in a safe, efficient, and hygienic environment
  • Run the production line, conduct system set ups and calibration to ensure orders are met and compliant
  • Aim to maximise overall equipment effectiveness to reduce waste, downtime and giveaway

Requirements

  • Ideally has previous experience of working in a production environment with machinery
  • Has strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Enjoys working in a fast paced environment
  • Works well as part of a team and enjoys being physically active
  • Has the ability to maintain concentration throughout shift where tasks are repetitive
  • Is open to working in a production environment with varying temperatures

Nice to have

Previous experience of working in a production environment with machinery

What we offer

  • Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) and a guaranteed day off that's important to you
  • 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores available from the day you join us
  • Additional 10% discount card for a Friend or Family member
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  • Subsidised staff canteen
  • Competitive pension and life assurance
  • Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
  • Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms
  • Optional Payroll charity donations
  • A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

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