Production Operative

Acorn · Knowsley, Merseyside

Production Operative at Acorn, based in Knowsley, Merseyside, paying £12.92 - £34.00 per hour. This is a temporary role.

Salary
£12.92 - £34.00 per hour
Location
Knowsley, Merseyside
Contract
Temporary
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
28 Aug 2026
Sector
Production Operative

About 44% above the going rate for production operative

Reference BBBH24491_1785399024

About the role

Production Operative | Food Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Packing Operative

Knowsley, L34 | £12.92-£13.62 per hour | Monday to Friday | Temporary to Permanent | Immediate Starts Available

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Production Operatives to join a leading food manufacturer based in Knowsley, L34.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Production Operatives, Food Production Operatives, Manufacturing Operatives, Packing Operatives, or Machine Operatives looking for a temporary to permanent position with excellent working conditions and genuine long-term career prospects.

The company supplies high-quality beef and vegetarian products to customers worldwide and is looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who are keen to develop within a fast-paced food production environment.

What We Offer
  • £12.92-£13.62 per hour (depending on role and shift).
  • Temporary to permanent opportunity.
  • Immediate starts available.
  • All breaks paid.
  • All PPE provided.
  • Excellent working conditions.
  • Long-term career progression opportunities.
  • Full training and ongoing support.
Key Duties
  • Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
  • Pack finished products to company quality standards.
  • Weigh raw materials accurately.
  • Complete production paperwork to ensure full traceability.
  • Palletise finished products ready for dispatch.
  • Recycle waste materials, including packaging.
  • Handle materials weighing up to 25kg.
  • Achieve daily production targets and KPIs.
  • Maintain GMP standards and a clean-as-you-go working environment.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work collaboratively as part of the production team.
Requirements
  • Previous experience working in a food production environment.
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP regulations.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
  • Good manual handling ability.
  • Reliable, punctual, and proactive approach to work.
  • Ability to cover alternative shift times when required to meet business needs.
  • Due to shift start and finish times, applicants must live locally or have their own transport.
Working Hours

Two positions available:

  • Monday to Friday: 1pm-9pm.
  • Monday to Friday: 3pm-11pm.

Flexibility to cover alternative shifts when required is essential.

Interested?

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this Production Operative, Food Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Packing Operative, or Machine Operative opportunity in Knowsley, or contact the Acorn by Synergie team for more information.

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

Reference: BBBH24491_1785399024 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 28 Aug 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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