Machine Operator - Nights

Company
Acorn by Synergie
Location
Taunton
Salary
£26,949 per annum

Full Job Description

Production Operative - NightsNear Taunton, Somerset (TA21) | £13.82 per hour (starting rate) | 40 hours per week | Sunday to Thursday, 10pm - 6am | Temporary to PermanentIntroduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Production Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Wellington, near Taunton, Somerset. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position with structured training, career progression, and excellent overtime opportunities.

Key Duties:

  • Work as part of a small production team.

  • Carry out manual handling tasks for extended periods while filtering materials through machinery.

  • Programme and operate production machinery.

  • Top up chemical and fluid levels on machinery.

  • Change tools on machines to manufacture different products.

  • Fault find and resolve issues to maintain smooth production.

  • Rotate between different machines and tasks within production.

Requirements:

  • Comfortable with labour-intensive work and manual handling.

  • Willingness to work in a noisy environment (ear defenders provided).

  • Ability to follow processes and work effectively within a team.

  • Reliable and committed to training and progression.

What We Offer:

  • Starting pay: £13.82 per hour (£28,879 annual equivalent).

  • Pay increases with training up to £17.90 per hour when fully trained.

  • Regular overtime available:

    • £20.73 per hour (weekdays).

    • £27.64 per hour (weekends).

  • Structured training and clear progression pathway.

  • 33 days' holiday (after 12 weeks).

  • All breaks paid.

  • Enhanced overtime rates.

  • Pay review after training.

Interested?

Apply now! Submit your CV today 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
£26,949 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
7th November 2025
Apply Now
Share this listing

Other opportunities you might be interested in

Those who are typically interested in this role may also like to consider these other opportunities
View all vacancies

Where to Next

It can be a bit overwhelming to think about your career path. The choices seem endless. Use the links below to help whittle down your options.

The Career Pathway Quiz

Finding your ultimate career is just a few answers and clicks away.
Get started

related job roles

Use our handy jobs index to learn all about science-related careers
Job roles

Advice & Guidance

From CVs to interview questions - all you need to know about getting that dream job.
Take me there
chevron-downchevron-rightarrow-leftarrow-right linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram