Acorn Recruitment

Production Operative

Widnes WA8 0QN

Key information

Pay
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
28 Aug 2026
Closing date
18 Sep 2026

About this role

Production Operative | Food Production Operative | Food Manufacturing Operative | Factory Operative

West Bank, Widnes | £12.71 per hour starting rate | Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm | Extra hours Tuesday & Thursday until 6pm and Saturday mornings from September to Christmas | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting

Production Operatives on a temporary-to-permanent 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.

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.

Key Duties

  • 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.
  • 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 is advantageous.

Interested?

Immediate start available. If you're looking for a

Production Operative, Food Production Operative, Food Manufacturing Operative, or Factory Operative role in

Widnes, 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.