Machine & Factory Operative

Job Title: Machine & Factory Operative
Pay Rate: £12.25 - £14.00 DOE 
Hours: Mon – Fri, 08:00 – 17:00
Job Type: Full time, Permanent  
Location: Exeter

 Pertemps are proud to be recruiting for a leading manufacturer and distributor of premium protection products. With decades of success and industry recognition, they are now seeking a Machine & Factory Operative to join their established production team in Exeter.

If you’re hands-on, practical, and take pride in producing high-quality work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


The Role:

 As a Machine & Factory Operative, you’ll be an integral part of the production process, ensuring products are manufactured, processed, and dispatched to the highest standards. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Operating manufacturing machinery.
• Preparing pallets for dispatch and processing orders.
• Picking and packing orders from order sheets.
• Loading/unloading stock from vehicles.
• Stock control – including rotation, goods-in, dispatch, and stock checks.
• Following production processes and quality control procedures.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised warehouse environment.
• Supporting with general duties such as assembly and cleaning.

About You:

 We’re looking for someone with a proactive approach and strong attention to detail. You’ll need to bring:

• Previous experience (minimum 2 years) in a manufacturing/production role.
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
• Reach forklift or scissor lift licence (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent accuracy, organisational and time management skills.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• The ability to work on your feet for long periods and carry out manual handling tasks.
• Flexibility to work under pressure and meet targets.
• An interest in mechanical engineering (advantageous, but not essential).

 
What’s On Offer:

• Competitive starting pay: £12.25 – £14.00 per hour (skills & experience dependent).
• Pay increases following successful probation and training.
• Consistent full-time hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00.
• 22 days’ holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Uniform provided.

For any further information please call Pertemps Exeter 01278554226 and ask to speak with Matt