Machine Operator

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Alkington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)

Discounted gym membership & retail

On-site parking

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC has a Permanent Machine Operator role in Wellington, Somerset (South West England). 40 hours per week with rotating shifts 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm, Monday to Friday. Salary ranges £13.34–£16.86 per hour, with overtime paid at time and a half.

The role offers structured training and a clear progression path within a global manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates are reliable with interest in developing multi-skilled abilities and contributing to efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up high-tech production machinery.
• Maintain product quality to company standards.
• Work collaboratively to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Progress through a structured training pathway to become multi-skilled.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.

Skills

Operate machinery

Set up production machinery

Quality control

Downtime reduction

Team collaboration

Job description

Reference
INDTB27 Salary
£13.34 - £16.86/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Somerset -- Wellington Job Type
Permanent Posted
21 October 2026

Machine operator– Career Progression with a Global Manufacturer

Hours: Full-time | 40 hours/week | Rotating Shifts (6am–2pm & 2pm–10pm, Monday to Friday)

We’re Hiring on Behalf of Our Client – A Global Leader in Sustainable Packaging

Our client, a well‑established international packaging manufacturer, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Production Operatives to join their growing team in Wellington. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with structured training and development in a modern, forward‑thinking environment.

• Operate and set up high‑tech production machinery
• Maintain product quality to company standards
• Work collaboratively to reduce downtime and improve efficiency
• Progress through a structured training pathway to become multi‑skilled
• Progression to One Skill: £14.23/hour
• Multi‑Skilled Rate: £16.76/hour

Overtime (paid at time and a half)

Benefits Package

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Paid lunch breaks
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical + more)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Discounted gym membership & retail discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Voluntary enhanced overtime
• Ongoing training and career development
• A team player with a strong work ethic
• Keen to learn and develop new technical skills
• Previous manufacturing experience beneficial but not essential