Manufacturing Packaging Machine Operator

Acorn · Caldicot, Monmouthshire

Manufacturing Packaging Machine Operator at Acorn, based in Caldicot, Monmouthshire, paying £15.46 - £42.32 per hour. This is a temporary role.

Salary
£15.46 - £42.32 per hour
Location
Caldicot, Monmouthshire
Contract
Temporary
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
16 Sep 2026
Sector
Machine Operator

About 62% above the going rate for machine operator

Reference a1W8d000001YrMtEAK_1787055468

About the role

Manufacturing Machine Operator - Global Brewing Company

Magor | £15.46-£42.32 per hour | Temporary Long-Term | 4 on 4 off | 2 Days, 2 Nights

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Manufacturing Machine Operators to join a global brewing company in Caldicot.

This is a temporary long-term opportunity offering a structured shift pattern, competitive and progressive pay rates, and overtime opportunities within a fast-paced production environment.

What We Offer
  • £15.46 per hour for the first 12 weeks.
  • £19.04 per hour from week 13 onwards.
  • £21.16 per hour from week 39 onwards.
  • Overtime rates of £31.74-£42.32 per hour.
  • 4 on, 4 off shift pattern.
  • Long-term temporary opportunity.
  • Structured shift pattern.
  • Opportunity to work with a leading global brewing company.
Key Duties
  • Operate packaging equipment to ensure finished goods meet quality, timing and cost requirements.
  • Complete daily, weekly and monthly routine tasks with attention to detail.
  • Comply with statutory, health, safety and environmental requirements.
  • Follow packaging and food hygiene regulations, including HACCP.
  • Maintain housekeeping, cleaning and 5S standards.
  • Carry out basic asset care requirements for machinery.
  • Support improvement activities to achieve departmental KPIs, including PI tracking and Short Interval Control (SIC).
  • Attend training to develop new skills and perform packaging-related tasks as directed.
  • Participate in team meetings and briefings.
  • Ensure internal customer requirements are consistently met.
Requirements
  • English and Mathematics Standard Grades or equivalent.
  • Packaging or engineering qualification preferred.
  • Previous packaging or engineering experience is advantageous.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and follow agreed processes.
  • Willingness to learn and undertake upskilling as required.
Shift Pattern & Pay

4 on, 4 off rotation:

  • 2 days: 7am-7pm.
  • 2 nights: 7pm-7am.
  • Followed by 4 days off.

Hourly Rates:

  • £15.46 per hour - first 12 weeks.
  • £19.04 per hour - week 13 onwards.
  • £21.16 per hour - week 39 onwards.

Overtime Rates:

  • £31.74 per hour for hours over 48 between 7am Monday and 7pm Friday.
  • £42.32 per hour for hours over 48 between 7pm Friday and 7am Monday.
Interested?

If you're interested in a long-term Manufacturing Machine Operator opportunity in Magor, apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact your local Acorn by Synergie branch for further information.

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

Reference: a1W8d000001YrMtEAK_1787055468 · Posted 5 days ago · Closes 16 Sep 2026 · Listed via Acorn

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