Machine Operator

Company
Acorn by Synergie
Location
Taunton
Salary
£28,587 - £37,030.50 per annum

Full Job Description

Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Machine Operative | Factory Operative | Production Technician

Near Taunton, Somerset (TA21) | £14.66 per hour (rising to £18.99 with training) | 40 Hours per Week | Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Production Operatives on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company based in Wellington, near Taunton, Somerset.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Production Operatives, Manufacturing Operatives, Machine Operatives, Factory Operatives, and Production Technicians looking to join a growing manufacturer offering structured training, career progression, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

What We Offer

  • Starting pay of £14.66 per hour.
  • Pay increases during training, rising to £18.99 per hour when fully trained.
  • Sunday to Thursday, 10pm-6am.
  • 40-hour working week.
  • Temporary to permanent opportunity.
  • All breaks paid.
  • Regular overtime available during the week and weekends.
  • Enhanced overtime rates.
  • Structured training programme and clear career progression.
  • 33 days' holiday after 12 weeks.
  • Pay review after training.
  • Weekly pay.

Key Duties

  • Work as part of a small production team.
  • Carry out manual handling tasks while filtering materials through machinery.
  • Programme and operate production machinery.
  • Top up chemical and fluid levels on machinery.
  • Change tooling to manufacture different products.
  • Fault-find and resolve production issues to maintain workflow.
  • Rotate between different machines and production tasks.

Requirements

  • Comfortable carrying out labour-intensive work and manual handling.
  • Willingness to work in a noisy manufacturing environment (hearing protection provided).
  • Ability to follow processes and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Reliable, motivated, and committed to training and progression.

Interested?

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Machine Operative, Factory Operative, or Production Technician role in Wellington, near Taunton, or contact the Acorn by Synergie Yeovil branch for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Location
Taunton
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£28,587 - £37,030.50 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
1st September 2026
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