Factory Operative

JAM Recruitment Ltd; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Lincoln is recruiting a Factory Operative for a family-run business near Wainfleet All Saints, Thorpe St Peter. This full-time, temporary contract pays £12.83 per hour, with Monday to Friday shifts from 08:00 to around 17:00.

You will operate production machinery, assist with packaging on the line, and support broader warehouse duties such as stock handling. Reliability and a willingness to learn are essential; prior experience helps but is not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or warehouse setting, ideally in food manufacturing (preferred).
• Keen eye for detail and reliable work ethic.
• Able to work effectively both solo and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to process and package products.
• Work on a production line picking, packing and performing other duties.
• Support warehouse activities, including stock handling and palletisation.

Skills

Production experience

Warehouse experience

Food manufacturing (preferred)

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Pertemps Lincoln is recruiting a Factory Operative to join a family-run business near Wainfleet All Saints, based in Thorpe St Peter. This full-time, temporary contract offers £12.83 per hour, with shifts running Monday to Friday from 08:00 to approximately 17:00. You will operate production machinery, manage packaging tasks on the line, and support wider warehouse duties such as stock handling.

Reliability and a willingness to learn are essential, as is comfort with manual work. Previous experience is helpful but not mandatory. This role suits someone seeking steady, ongoing work within a supportive production team.

As a Factory Operative, you will be an essential part of the factory and warehouse team, playing a vital role in making high-quality products. This is an exciting chance for someone eager to thrive in a welcoming, friendly and fast-paced environment.

Working hours

Monday to Friday – 08:00 to finish (typically around 17:00). Full-time hours available.

What will I be paid?

Hourly rate: £12.83 per hour

What will I be doing as a Factory Operative?

• Operating production machinery to process and package products
• Working on a production line picking, packing and performing other duties
• Supporting warehouse activities, including stock handling and palletisation
• Keeping the workplace tidy and safe
• Working closely in a team to achieve daily production and warehouse goals
• Promptly reporting any issues to supervisors

What skills and experience do I need?

• Experience in a production or warehouse setting, ideally in food manufacturing (preferred)
• Keen eye for detail
• Enthusiastic, can-do attitude
• Ability to work effectively both solo and as part of a team
• Knowledge of food safety practices (preferred)
• Reliable transport to access the site as there is no public transport