Production Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Runcorn
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Weighing ingredients Machinery operation Quality control Hygiene standards Health & Safety awareness Teamwork HACCP Packing and palletising

FULL DESCRIPTION

Production Operative at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Location: Runcorn, Cheshire | Salary: £14.90 per hour | Contract: Temporary

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting Production Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing client in Runcorn. These are temporary-to-permanent positions offering immediate starts, great pay rates, and genuine opportunities for career progression. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking workplace that invests in its people, with clear pathways to develop into Technical Operator or Line Manager roles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Weigh ingredients to precise specifications.
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently.
  • Complete production paperwork and follow company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Conduct quality checks and maintain hygiene standards.
  • Pack and palletise finished products ready for dispatch.

Candidate Requirements

  • Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred).
  • Awareness of Health & Safety and Manual Handling procedures.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • A proactive and reliable approach to work.
  • HACCP knowledge would be an advantage.

Working Hours

Rotating 3-shift pattern: 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, 10pm - 6am. 39-hour week with paid breaks.

Pay and Benefits

  • £14.90 per hour
  • Overtime available at enhanced rates
  • Weekly pay
  • 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (accrued annually)
  • Pension contributions
  • Free hot drinks and food on site
  • Free on-site parking
  • Excellent working conditions in a modern facility
  • Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme
  • Support from a dedicated Account Manager

Apply Now

Immediate starts are available. Apply online today or contact the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] team for more information about joining this progressive and supportive Runcorn employer. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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