Production Operative


Company:	Acorn Recruitment
Salary:	£29,490 - £29,490
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newton Abbot, TQ12 6RY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	10 Sept 2026

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Summary

Production Operative | Loading Shovel Operator | Process Operative | Industrial Operative | Production Operative - Loading Shovel / Process Plant

Newton Abbot | £29,491.94 per annum | Monday to Friday | No Weekend Working | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced

Production Operative, Loading Shovel Operator, Process Operative or Industrial Operative to join an established industrial operation in Newton Abbot.

This is a hands-on

production and industrial operations role where you'll spend much of your shift operating a front-end/loading shovel, alongside operating processing equipment and carrying out routine checks and production tasks.

If you're experienced in an industrial or production environment, confident operating

mobile plant and loading equipment, and looking for a stable Monday to Friday role with no weekend working, this could be an excellent opportunity.

What We Offer

£27,573.14 basic salary + £1,918.80 shift allowance.

£29,491.94 total annual earnings.

Monday to Friday working with no weekend shifts.

25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Generous pension scheme.

Group life assurance.

Income protection.

Private medical insurance.

Enhanced family-friendly policies.

Cycle-to-work scheme.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Employee discount portal.

Sick pay scheme.

Carers and volunteer leave.

Long-service and recognition awards.

Ongoing wellbeing support.

Key Duties

Operate a front-end/loading shovel for the majority of the shift.

Operate shredding, blending and milling equipment.

Complete pre-shift inspections and routine equipment checks.

Carry out basic maintenance and report any defects.

Operate mobile plant, with FLT training provided.

Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site.

Work towards production and quality targets.

Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.

Support the production and maintenance teams as required.

Requirements

Valid Loading Shovel licence.

Full UK driving licence.

Previous industrial, production or process experience is preferred.

Experience operating mobile plant or heavy machinery is advantageous.

Good numeracy, literacy and basic IT skills.

Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.

Reliable, practical and comfortable working in a hands-on industrial environment.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Interested?

If you're an experienced

Loading Shovel Operator, Production Operative, Process Operative, Industrial Operative or Mobile Plant Operator looking for a stable Monday to Friday opportunity in Newton Abbot, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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