Factory Operative
| Posting date: | 12 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £16.45 to £17.48 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 December 2025 |
| Location: | Wolverhampton WV5 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | WOMBMNGCONT-47211 |
Summary
Owen Payne Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Factory Operative / Machine Operator to join a leading food manufacturing company based in Wolverhampton (WV5).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established employer who truly values their staff, offers excellent training, and rewards hard work and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
• Set up production machinery correctly and safely before each run.
• Operate machines efficiently to meet daily production targets.
• Monitor equipment performance and carry out routine checks.
• Perform minor maintenance and adjustments to keep machines in good working order.
• Report and assist with breakdowns or faults promptly.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are followed at all times.
• Work collaboratively with team members and shift engineers.
Ideal Candidate
• Previous experience working as a Machine Operator or Machine Setter, ideally within a food manufacturing environment.
• Mechanically minded with strong attention to detail.
• Confident using computers and production systems.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to work independently and handle pressure in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards.
Benefits
• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Overtime opportunities
• Uniform provided
• On-site canteen
• Excellent working environment
Pay and Hours
• Starting rate: £16.45 per hour
• Increased rate: £17.48 per hour after training completion
• Shift Pattern: 12-hour rotating shifts
2 days on → 1 day off → 2 nights on → 3 days off
Day Shift: 6am – 6pm
Night Shift: 6pm – 6am
Call 01902 714122 (option 4) or click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV today!