Machine Operator in South Petherton, Somerset

Energy Jobline CVL; South Petherton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Petherton is seeking a Machine Operative to join a growing production team. The role includes operating production machinery, ensuring quality standards, and completing documentation. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Benefits include a salary of £25,900 to £38,800, 25 days of holiday, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Sick pay for long-term employees

Pension contribution scheme

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan

Free on-site parking

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Discounts with major brands

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow training processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery after training.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Accurately complete all required shift documentation.
• Identify and report equipment faults or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Perform regular product inspections for compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Flexibility to work rotating shifts

Job description

Machine Operative - Lopen

£25,900 to £38,800 per annum (depending on shift). Monday to Friday: 6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am. Permanent position.

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of a well‑established client for Machine Operatives to join their growing production team in Lopen. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a clean, organised, and supportive environment, with full training provided. You will play a key role in maintaining production quality and efficiency while adhering to strict health and safety standards.

Key Duties

• Operate production machinery after training.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Accurately complete all required shift documentation.
• Identify and report equipment faults or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Perform regular product inspections for compliance.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn and follow training processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts if required.

What We Offer

• Salary between £25,900 and £38,800 per annum, depending on shift.
• Monday to Friday shifts: 6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am (Night shift).
• Early finish on Fridays.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Sick pay for long‑term employees.
• Pension contribution scheme.
• Life assurance cover.
• Health cash plan.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Discounts with major brands including Vodafone and Perks at Work.

Apply Now

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your manufacturing career with Acorn by Synergie. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.