Technical Operator

Nestlé Confectionery

Halifax, West Yorkshire

Full time, permanent | 12-hour rotational shift rota 

Salary: £47,967 for a 36-hour contract or £56,445 for a 42-hour contract, dependent on factory zone location.

Some of our fantastic benefits 

• Comprehensive pension scheme - up to 12% employer contribution


• Potential, discretionary annual bonus


• A focus on professional development and growth

About Us

Nestlé Halifax, located in West Yorkshire, is home to some of the UK's most recognised confectionery brands, including Quality Street and After Eight. The site combines controlled process manufacturing with advanced automated filling and packing technology to produce high-quality products safely, efficiently and at scale, while continuously improving performance and capability across its operations.

As a Technical Operator, you will help keep our production lines operating safely, reliably and efficiently. You will combine hands-on technical capability with day-to-day operational support to resolve faults, complete first-line repairs and maintain consistent product quality.

Your Impact

You will play an important part in producing some of the nation’s favourite confectionery. By responding to operational issues, supporting effective changeovers and helping colleagues build capability, you will contribute to safer working, reliable output and continuous improvement across the factory.

• Safety & Sustainability: Maintain a safe, healthy and sustainable working environment, following site procedures and encouraging safe working practices.


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  Technical Reliability: Diagnose faults, complete first-line technical interventions, including lubrication, breakdown repairs, running adjustments and equipment changeovers, and identify preventative maintenance requirements to support the long-term reliability and performance of production equipment.
  
  


• Operational Performance: Support line performance by understanding equipment, processes and key performance indicators, reviewing daily results and escalating variances.


• Quality & Compliance: Protect product quality by working in line with the Nestlé Quality Management System, site standards and accurate documentation requirements.


• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to 5S, Total Performance Management and focused problem-solving activity to improve safety, quality and performance.


• Team Capability: Share knowledge through training, instruction and competency assessment, while keeping relevant teams informed during line activity and changeovers.

Your Ingredients for Success

You will bring a practical, safety-focused approach and enjoy understanding how equipment works. You will be comfortable solving problems, communicating clearly and taking ownership for accurate, high-quality work.

Essential

• Qualification: NVQ Level 2 in a relevant engineering discipline. Evidence of certification will be required.


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  Technical Capability: Ability to diagnose operational faults, complete first-line mechanical repairs, lubrication, changeovers and running adjustments, and identify preventative maintenance activities required to maintain equipment reliability and performance.
  
  


• Safety & Quality: Understanding of safe working practices, product quality requirements and Good Manufacturing Practice within an operational environment.


• Communication: Ability to share clear updates, complete documentation accurately and support the training or instruction of colleagues.


• Ways of Working: A thorough and professional approach, with the ability to take ownership and contribute effectively on a rotational shift pattern.

Desirable

• Industry Experience: Experience within a fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing environment.


• Continuous Improvement: Exposure to 5S, Total Performance Management or structured problem-solving activity.

What You Need to Know

• Closing date: Tuesday 27/10/2026.

Multiple permanent contract types are available. Contract options provide annualised pay across the full year with no break in service and will be discussed during the interview process.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and may close the advert early should sufficient applications be received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. We believe that embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment enables everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We know that not everyone will meet every requirement listed in this advert. If you're excited about the opportunity and can demonstrate relevant skills, experience or potential, we'd encourage you to apply.

Accessibility and Adjustments

At Nestlé, we're committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience where everyone can perform at their best.

If you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We'll work with you to understand your needs and make appropriate arrangements. Any information you share with us will be treated in the strictest confidence and used only to support you throughout the recruitment process.

To find out more about Nestlé’s commitment to DE&I: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

To find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestlé: Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland