Raw Materials Operator

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

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer in Rugby seeks a Raw Materials FLT Operator to join their team at the largest production site. The role involves maintaining safety and quality standards, operating Mechanical Handling Equipment, and managing raw materials. Ideal candidates will have a forklift qualification and experience with SAP operations. This position includes a competitive salary and extensive benefits including a monthly product allowance, private medical options, and a company bonus scheme, creating an inclusive workplace for all backgrounds.

Benefits

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Access to 24/7 GP services

Generous holiday

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• Recognized RTITB forklift qualification or equivalent certification.
• Proven experience with SAP operations and warehousing procedures.
• Demonstrated flexibility to work across multiple production areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety and Quality standards.
• Control and handle all materials according to Quality standards.
• Operate Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) to manage inventory.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

SAP operations

Flexibility

Education

Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE)

SAP system

Job description

Job Title: Raw Materials FLT Operator. Location: Rugby. Job Length: Permanent. Working Hours: 42

Shift: 4on7 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
• 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 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 depots 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 the team at Rugby, the largest production site within the Britvic group, responsible for producing up to 50% of the company's volume. This state-of-the-art facility operates multiple production lines for Can, PET, and Aseptic products across Juices, Carbonates, and Sports Drinks categories, including major brands such as Pepsi, 7UP, Tango, Robinsons, Lipton Iced Tea, and Fruit Shoot.

As a Raw Materials FLT Operator, you will be an integral part of our highly flexible and multi-skilled team, delivering an effective Raw Materials operation that meets or exceeds performance targets. You'll contribute to maintaining exceptional Safety and Quality standards while effectively controlling all raw materials within the department and operating specialized equipment for material delivery.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain strict adherence to all Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards while following site policies to ensure a safe working environment
• Control and handle all materials according to Quality (Food Safety) standards, completing required quality checks and accurately reporting results
• Operate various Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) to load/unload vehicles, manage inventory movements, and support production operations
• Effectively use SAP and RF scanning systems to control product inventory with precision and accuracy
• Collaborate with production teams to deliver against plan, ensuring efficiency and performance targets are consistently achieved
• Manage waste material segregation and recycling according to site standards, supporting our environmental commitments
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives while adhering to zero loss and 5S principles

Experience and Key Attributes

• Recognized RTITB forklift qualification or equivalent certification
• Proven experience with SAP operations and warehousing procedures
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Demonstrated flexibility to work across multiple production areas and adapt to changing priorities
• Commitment to excellence with a clear desire to achieve success and contribute to company goals
• Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications
• Positive attitude toward personal development and supporting the growth of colleagues

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.