BATCH & FURNACE LABOURERS

Verallia UK is one of Europes most prominent manufacturers of premium glass containers, providing exceptional quality glass packaging for some of the worlds most prestigious spirit brands for over one hundred years. Glass is infinitely recyclable making it an important packaging material of today and more importantly of the future. As such, the glass industry is an exciting and sustainable business to work in and be part of.

We are currently seeking committed and enthusiastic individuals for the position of Batch & Furnace Labourers to work at our Knottingley site. Reporting to the Batch & Cellar Team Leader you will work as part of two-man team responsible for the general upkeep and housekeeping of the Batch Plant and Cellar areas of the factory.

Duties will include but are not limited to: –

Extremely heavy industrial cleaning

General labouring

Movement of skips with FLT

Monitoring and recording of raw material levels within various silos

It is essential that candidates hold a valid counterbalance FLT licence, including a full UK Driving Licence, and can demonstrate having experience in confined spaces.

The ability to prioritise your own workload as well as the ability to work well within a small team and being able to work using your own initiative are essential to this role. Previous knowledge of working within a heavy industrial environment will be an advantage, as the working zones around the furnace and cellar are extremely hostile. You should have a pro-active approach to health and safety as many of the working areas are deemed as safety critical.

The hours of work for this position are 6.00am to 2.00pm Monday to Friday.

Anyone wishing to apply for the above position should do so by submitting an up-to-date CV and covering letter, stating why you would like to apply for this position and outlining any relevant skills.Alternatively, apply in writing to Jessica Norris, HR Officer, at Verallia UK, 7 Fernley Green Road, Knottingley, WF11 8DJ.

Closing Date: 22nd January 2026