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Production Operative

Job details
Posting date: 28 January 2026
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 18 February 2026
Location: Widnes, Cheshire, wa8 0qn
Company: Acorn Recruitment
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: BBBH33080_1769601822

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Summary

Production Operative

West Bank, Widnes | £12.21 per hour (increasing after probation) | Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie are recruiting for Production Operatives on a temp to perm basis for our food manufacturing client in West Bank, Widnes. The company specialises in Dry Cured and Tank Cured bacon and gammon, supplying wholesalers and butchers across the UK. This role offers excellent working conditions, full training, and the opportunity to join a supportive team.

Key Duties:

During Training (approx. 12 weeks):

  • Operate production machinery.

  • Pack and label products.

  • Follow strict food hygiene regulations.

  • Work as part of a team to ensure timely product dispatch.

  • Perform clean down and hygiene duties.

  • Conduct quality checks on products.

After Training:

  • Load delivery wagons.

  • Complete dispatch paperwork.

  • Safely store stock.

  • Move raw materials to production areas.

  • Conduct quality checks.

  • Perform hygiene duties.

Requirements:

  • Manual handling experience.

  • Health and safety awareness.

  • Strong communication skills.

  • Hands-on, proactive attitude.

  • Previous production experience, ideally in food manufacturing.

  • Food hygiene awareness.

  • Previous FLT experience. - advantageous

What We Offer:

  • Weekly pay.

  • Four weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.

  • Pension contributions.

  • Access to the Acorn Rewards Scheme.

  • Dedicated Account Manager support.

  • Free parking.

  • Modern, friendly working environment.

  • Free food on breaks.

Interested?

Immediate start available. Apply now to join the team and begin your career in food production.

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

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