Job Title: Machine & Factory Operative
Pay Rate: £12.25 - £14.00 DOE
Hours: Mon – Fri, 08:00 – 17:00
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Location: Exeter
Pertemps are proud to be recruiting for a leading manufacturer and distributor of premium protection products. With decades of success and industry recognition, they are now seeking a Machine & Factory Operative to join their established production team in Exeter.
If you’re hands-on, practical, and take pride in producing high-quality work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The Role:
As a Machine & Factory Operative, you’ll be an integral part of the production process, ensuring products are manufactured, processed, and dispatched to the highest standards. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Operating manufacturing machinery.
* Preparing pallets for dispatch and processing orders.
* Picking and packing orders from order sheets.
* Loading/unloading stock from vehicles.
* Stock control – including rotation, goods-in, dispatch, and stock checks.
* Following production processes and quality control procedures.
* Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised warehouse environment.
* Supporting with general duties such as assembly and cleaning.
About You:
We’re looking for someone with a proactive approach and strong attention to detail. You’ll need to bring:
* Previous experience (minimum 2 years) in a manufacturing/production role.
* A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential).
* Reach forklift or scissor lift licence (preferred but not essential).
* Excellent accuracy, organisational and time management skills.
* Strong teamwork, communication, and a ‘can-do’ attitude.
* The ability to work on your feet for long periods and carry out manual handling tasks.
* Flexibility to work under pressure and meet targets.
* An interest in mechanical engineering (advantageous, but not essential).
What’s On Offer:
* Competitive starting pay: £12.25 – £14.00 per hour (skills & experience dependent).
* Pay increases following successful probation and training.
* Consistent full-time hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00.
* 22 days’ holiday + bank holidays.
* Pension scheme.
* Free on-site parking.
* Uniform provided.
For any further information please call Pertemps Exeter 01278554226 and ask to speak with Matt