Production Operative (Prod operative)

Overview

Reference
Prod operative

Salary
£12.95 - £16.76/hour

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South West England -- Somerset -- Wellington

Job Type
Contract

Posted
26 February 2026


🏭 Production Operative – Career Progression with a Global Manufacturer

📍 Location: Wellington, TA21 9JG
💰 Pay: £12.95/hour starting rate → £14.23/hour (one skill learned) → £16.76/hour (multi‑skilled)


🕒 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.


🔧 Key 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

💷 Pay & Overtime

  • Starting Rate: £12.95/hour
  • Progression to One Skill: £14.23/hour
  • Multi‑Skilled Rate: £16.76/hour

Overtime (paid at time and a half)

  • £19.43/hour (starting rate)
  • £21.35/hour (one skill)
  • £25.14/hour (multi‑skilled)

🎁 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

👤 Ideal Candidate

  • A team player with a strong work ethic
  • Keen to learn and develop new technical skills
  • Previous manufacturing experience beneficial but not essential

📩 How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that truly values its people, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now via Indeed or
📧 Email your application to: exeter.admin@interactionrecruitment.co.uk
📞 For more information, contact us on: 01392 427 666

Allocation number: INDEXE


Contact information

Alice Cartwright