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Production Operative

Job details
Posting date: 27 January 2026
Salary: £12.5 to £13.00 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 26 February 2026
Location: Gloucestershire, GL13 9UX
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: a1W8d000001Z1Y8EAK_1769504792

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Summary

Production Operative

The Docks, Sharpness, Gloucestershire GL13 9UX | £13.00 per hour | Monday-Friday 7am-4pm | 40 hours per week | Temporary with progression

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Production Operative to join a well-established site based at The Docks in Sharpness, near Berkeley. This role would suit someone with previous experience in groundworks or a physically demanding, hands-on environment.

Key Duties

  • Operating machinery safely and efficiently.

  • Heavy lifting and manual handling duties.

  • Loading machinery with packaging materials.

  • Palletising finished goods.

  • General housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in groundworks or a similar physical role is advantageous.

  • Ability to work well under pressure.

  • Willingness to carry out hands-on, manual tasks.

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.

  • Reliable, safety-conscious, and hardworking approach.

What We Offer

  • Starting rate of £13.00 per hour.

  • Monday to Friday working hours, 7:00am-4:00pm.

  • 40 hours per week.

  • Full training and ongoing support.

  • Strict health and safety procedures in place.

  • Opportunity to be trained to operate forklift trucks and other heavy plant and machinery.

  • Potential for growth and advancement within the company.

Interested?

Apply now with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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