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Production Operative

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ 14.13 - 14.13 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Witham, Essex

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Production / Machine Operative

Witham - Temporary to Permanent 

£14.13 per hour - increasing with progression. 

Immediate start available after successful interview 

Looking for more than just a job? This is a strong opportunity to build a long‑term career in production and machine operation with a growing company based in Witham.

Starting on a temporary‑to‑permanent basis, this role focuses on hands‑on production and machine work within a busy manufacturing environment. You'll initially support day‑to‑day production operations and, over time, develop into a skilled machine operative with multiple competencies.

Own transport is essential due to the site location and shift times, which are not accessible by public transport.

The Role

Operating and monitoring production machinery (full training provided)
Supporting production lines to ensure smooth, efficient output
Handling materials within the production process
Carrying out quality checks and following production procedures
Maintaining high health & safety and hygiene standards
Working collaboratively as part of a close‑knit production team

Training & Progression

This is a role with genuine development, not just short‑term work.

Over 6-12 months, you will:

Receive structured training on production machinery and machine operation
Progress into a multi‑skilled machine operative role
Gain increased responsibility as your technical skills develop
Be trained to operate a counterbalance forklift as part of long‑term progression
Benefit from pay progression as skills and responsibilities increase

Shift Pattern (flexibility required)

Week 1: Monday-Friday, 7am-3pm
Week 2: Monday-Friday, 3pm-11pm

What We're Looking For

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Genuine interest in production and machine operation
Good attention to detail and safety awareness
Reliability, consistency, and a positive team attitude
Own car and full driving licence required due to location and shift work. 
Previous production, manufacturing, forklift or machine experience is beneficial but not essentialYou'll be joining a supportive and welcoming team that invests in training and development and values people who want to grow with the business.

If you're practical, motivated, and looking for structured progression into machine operation, this could be an excellent next step in your career.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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