Machine Operator
Morrisons
£12.86 per hour, increasing to £13.26 per hour following a successful probation period
Kettering
Full time, permanent
The Breakroom Take
- Pays all ages fairly
- Recommended by students
About Morrisons
Morrisons is a supermarket chain in the UK.
Job description from Morrisons
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.
You will run the production line, conduct system set ups and calibration to ensure orders are met and compliant, and will aim to maximise overall equipment effectiveness to reduce waste, downtime and giveaway.
In return for your hard work we will offer you:
Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
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
Guaranteed day off that's important to you - whether that be a birthday, religious holiday or a special occasion
Career progression and development opportunities
Subsidised staff canteen
Free parking
Competitive pension and life assurance
Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP
️ Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more
Optional Payroll charity donations
A range of family friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave
Find out more about working in Manufacturing at Morrisons here.
About You
You’ll be the kind of person who:
- 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
At Morrisons, we want to make sure our recruitment process is fair and accessible to all. If you require any support with completing your online application, please contact us at resourcing@morrisonsplc.co.uk. Alternatively if you need adjustments at interview stage, if you're invited for interview you'll be given a local contact who can support you with this.
Please note: We will only recruit individuals who are over the school leaver’s age. To find out the school leavers age please visit the following link. Additionally, some of our roles have an age restriction due to the nature of the role.
What happens next?
Click apply today to join our team - it only takes a couple of minutes, we’ll contact you soon, so please check your emails and phone regularly!
About The Company
You’ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets.
At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We’re British farming’s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we’re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more.
We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we’re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.
Job insights from Breakroom
Machine operators
Machine operators make, service and repair machinery and tools across different industries.
What you’ll do as a machine operator:
- Maintenance of machines and tools
- Ability to use repair and replace parts needed
- Understand mechanics and engineering
- Responsible for health and safety
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Physical activities
- Heavy lifting
- Wearing a uniform
Map
Kettering
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What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Morrisons pay a living wage?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
37% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 385 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do Morrisons pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
44% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 371 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Everyone is paid the same, whatever their age
Do Morrisons pay the same regardless of age?
Yes, people under the age of 21 get paid the same as those above 21.
See what Morrisons pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 21s is the same as those above 21.Based on data from 463 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2024 and April 2025.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Morrisons get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
90% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 419 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Morrisons pay sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
92% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 393 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Morrisons do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
35% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 404 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at Morrisons?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 25% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 20% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 27% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 28% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 402 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at Morrisons worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
72% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 419 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do Morrisons workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
50% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 400 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for Morrisons workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
63% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 320 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Can be hard to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Morrisons?
Some people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
41% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 393 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do Morrisons managers change shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
50% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 388 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Morrisons?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
58% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 361 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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Most students say it’s good
Is a Morrisons job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
78% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 134 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working at Morrisons good if you’re a parent or carer?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
52% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do people at Morrisons feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
45% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 375 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Morrisons get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
46% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 388 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at Morrisons?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
76% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 419 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do people at Morrisons enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
60% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 336 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Morrisons recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
66% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 438 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Morrisons?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
55% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 409 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Morrisons?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 72% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 384 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think Morrisons head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
92% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 392 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Morrisons is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
59% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 398 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Morrisons employees say about their job
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Best thing
I have a few close work friends that get me through each shift. Complaining about the job to people outside of work tends to get an eye roll because retail is an “easy job”. Myself and my coworkers can turn a bad situation into a laugh because well, if you don’t laugh you’ll cry
Worst thing
The managers don’t have a clue what it’s like to work in my role. I work on customer service desk/kiosk and it’s a constant stream of people getting angry and swearing at me all day long. It’s a massive toll on my mental health.
Customer assistant at Morrisons, February 2025
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Best thing
A lot of holiday though we have to work bank holidays and Christmas to make up for it
Worst thing
The fact that the company has no idea how to save them selves money and wasted our time and just decides to constantly cut hours where they are needed instead
Butcher at Morrisons, February 2025
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