Production Operative

HR GO Group; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

On-site training

Real Living Wage employer

Job summary

HR GO Group in Bridgwater, Somerset, is seeking a Production Operative for our manufacturing site. The role involves repetitive filling and packing tasks on a 40-hour week, with full on-site induction provided.

The position is permanent with a starting salary of £27,976 per annum, and benefits including Real Living Wage employer status. DBS check may be required; training starts on site.

Qualifications

• Willingness to carry out repetitive work and stand for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Physically fit with good manual handling awareness.

Responsibilities

• Filling tubes, pots and cardboard boxes to required standard.
• Repetitive boxing, packaging and labelling tasks.
• Standing for extended periods during filling/packing process.
• Follow health & safety procedures and use pallet trucks when required.

Skills

Repetitive work

Attention to detail

English literacy

Manual handling awareness

Team player

Job description

Production Operative

Job Reference: HL151026CH

Manufacturing and Production Bridgwater, Somerset £27976 per annum Permanent

Production Operative - Filling

Job summary

Our client is looking for a Production Operative - Filling to join their Production team from October 2026. This role involves repetitive filling/packing work and requires standing for long periods. Full training and on-site induction will be provided.

Key details

• Department: Production
• Hours: 40 per week
• Working pattern: Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 17:30 (10-hour days; 30 mins unpaid lunch; two 15-min paid breaks)
• Salary: £27,976 per annum (initial starting rate) - Real Living Wage employer
• Holidays: 5.6 weeks (28 days equivalent including Bank Holidays) once permanent
• Probationary period: 3 months
• Training/Induction: Full training provided on site
• PPE provided: Goggles, respirators, safety shoes, uniform, high vis
• Checks: Basic DBS check required

Main duties

• Filling tubes, pots and cardboard boxes to the required standard
• Repetitive boxing, packaging and labelling tasks (accuracy is essential)
• Standing for extended periods while working on the filling/packing process
• Following health & safety procedures at all times, including manual handling requirements
• Using pallet trucks where required
• Once you have completed your own duties, you will be expected to support colleagues in other departments as needed

Essential skills

• Willingness to carry out repetitive work and remain on your feet for long periods
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good spoken and written English
• Good arithmetic skills
• Physically fit with good manual handling awareness
• Team player with a supportive attitude

Desirable (not essential)

• Production line / manufacturing background
• Chemical industry experience
• COSHH awareness

Contact us:

• Email: [e-mail]
• Call: 01233 722 401