Details:
- Salary: £27,976 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Bridgwater Somerset
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Production Operative - Filling
Job summary
Our client is looking for a Production Operative - Filling to join their Production team from October 2026. This role involves repetitive filling/packing work and requires standing for long periods. Full training and on-site induction will be provided.
Key details
Department: Production
Hours: 40 per week
Working pattern: Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 17:30 (10-hour days; 30 mins unpaid lunch; two 15-min paid breaks)
Salary: £27,976 per annum (initial starting rate) - Real Living Wage employer
Holidays: 5.6 weeks (28 days equivalent including Bank Holidays) once permanent
Probationary period: 3 months
Training/Induction: Full training provided on site
PPE provided: Goggles, respirators, safety shoes, uniform, high vis
Checks: Basic DBS check required
Main duties
Filling tubes, pots and cardboard boxes to the required standard
Repetitive boxing, packaging and labelling tasks (accuracy is essential)
Standing for extended periods while working on the filling/packing process
Following health & safety procedures at all times, including manual handling requirements
Using pallet trucks where required
Once you have completed your own duties, you will be expected to support colleagues in other departments as needed
Essential skills
Willingness to carry out repetitive work and remain on your feet for long periods
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good spoken and written English
Good arithmetic skills
Physically fit with good manual handling awareness
Team player with a supportive attitude
Desirable (not essential)
Production line / manufacturing background
Chemical industry experience
COSHH awareness