Manufacturing Specialist - Product Development - Concept

More about the role Keeping our production and manufacturing operations running smoothly and efficiently is key to a fantastic shopping experience, which is why our Manufacturing Specialists are so vital to our success.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you’ll bring a hands-on, down-to-earth approach to managing complex manufacturing processes and site performance. You'll lead site-wide operational improvements, oversee yield and output standards, manage technical production workflows, and ensure every line is safe, compliant, and ready to meet distribution  this role, you’ll be on hand to:

Put customers and stores first:
Lead high-level production schedules and quality processes to ensure consistent product supply, acting on site feedback to keep food safety and quality standards high.

Lead and support your team:
Guide colleagues with a warm, approachable style, delivering training so colleagues have the confidence to manage daily operational routines.

Drive performance and availability:
Oversee a performance-driven manufacturing environment, guiding teams to work with clear purpose against operational, yield, output, and safety targets.

Keep operations running smoothly:
Solve complex site and machinery challenges, lead manufacturing continuous improvement projects, and build strong working relationships across supply chain networks.

More about our perks

Generous holiday entitlement

Discretionary bonus scheme
15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member

Genuine career progression and development opportunities - read more about our Leadership School here Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Competitive pension and life assurance

Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more Optional payroll charity donationsA range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave

More about you Whether your background is in food manufacturing, FMCG, processing, or site operations, if you care about great service, honest hard work, and bringing out the best in people, you'll fit right in with us.

You'll be the kind of person who:

Has proven experience managing complex manufacturing functions in a fast-paced environment, confidently handling daily production priorities and stepping up to support site leadership when required.

Builds a strong, supportive team, shares technical operational knowledge, and resolves unexpected production disruptions calmly to keep the team working well together.

Listens and acts on feedback from operatives, engineers, and site managers to improve operational flows every shift, remaining flexible to new technologies and processes.

Takes a practical, no-nonsense approach to manufacturing operations, keeping a close eye on legal compliance, hygiene, health and safety, and core performance metrics.
Starting as a Bradford market stall, we are proud to be the Yorkshire retailer now serving over 11 million customers nationwide each week. We’re unique: both food makers and shopkeepers, processing our own fresh produce and preparing more food in-store than any other supermarket.

We offer real opportunities to build your career across our stores, sites, and support teams. We’re a down-to-earth team that values hard work, reliability, and great customer service. If you’re friendly, dependable, and ready to get stuck in, there’s always More to Morrisons for you.

Morrisons is a place where you can be yourself, feel valued, and have a true sense of belonging. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people from all walks of life, as we strive to build a workforce that truly represents the communities we serve.

We are also a Disability Confident Employer, which means we're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know when you submit your application and support will be provided wherever it’s required.
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