Technical Operative

Position Title:

Technical Operative Position Type:
Regular
- Full-Time

Requisition  Technical Operative
- Shift C Scarborough In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences
-together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role. You'll be based at our Scarborough plant in North Yorkshire. We opened this plant back in the swinging sixties, but it's definitely not stuck in the past. Our team of over 300 colleagues work hard to make sure the quality of our products keep our customers returning for more, for now and years to come!

Shift Pattern:
Panama Shift. 2 days on, 1 day off, 2 nights on, 3 days off. What you'll be doing. Manage and coordinate oncoming site deliveries. Operate a forklift safely and efficiently. Carry out sampling and quality checks on incoming potatoes (size, shape, defects). Ensure product meets agreed quality standards and proactively identify any issues that might lead to negative customer feedback.

Complete associated QA/QC checks and documentation. Communicate effectively with the shift and area management teams, flagging any issues promptly. What you'll need to be successful. A valid Forklift Truck licence is essential. Applications from candidates whose licence has recently expired will also be considered. You will have experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with the ability to meet targets and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Experience with in FMCG or food manufacturing is highly desirable, along with previous shift-working experience. The Scarborough site operates a Panama shift pattern, so flexibility is essential. You take ownership of your work, carrying out quality checks, identifying issues, and taking appropriate action using your own initiative. Strong written and verbal English skills are essential, as the role involves completing production records and following documented procedures accurately.

Experience in QA, QC, or quality checking is advantageous. Skills in inspections, monitoring standards, and implementing corrective actions will be highly transferable to this role. Benefits. Although we do encourage you to taste the goods, you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in chips. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including:
Paid overtime An excellent salary sacrifice pension scheme where we'll contribute double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your salary A generous 200hrs annual leave Life insurance cover providing peace of mind for you and your family Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, because the moments that matter outside of work matter to us too Medicash health cash plan, helping you claim money back on everyday healthcare costs, with access to a virtual GP and wellbeing support TELUS Health employee and family assistance programme offering full wellbeing support - including a 24/7 confidential counselling line, legal and financial guidance, and a range of employee discounts.

Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme A paid 'Chips In' Volunteering Day, giving you the opportunity to support projects that make a positive impact in our communities And because you're joining a global business, your career opportunities don't stop at the factory gate. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, step into leadership, or even explore opportunities internationally, we'll support your growth.

With ambitious plans for the future, there's plenty of scope to develop your career with us. About McCain  to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage…