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