Production Operative - Hybrid
| Company: | Acorn Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.85 to £12.85 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Newport, NP19 4XJ |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 23 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Factory Operative
Newport | £12.85 per hour + shift premium of £77.04 | HYBRID shift pattern | Full training provided for operating robots manually
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting
Production Operatives to work for one of our well-established clients in the Newport area.
What We Offer
- £12.85 per hour plus shift premium of £77.04.
- HYBRID shift pattern.
- Full training provided for operating robots manually.
Days
- Monday to Thursday: 5:30am-1:45pm.
- Friday: 5:30am-11:45am.
Nights
- Sunday: 5:30pm-5:30am (12-hour shift).
- Monday to Thursday: 9:30pm-5:45am.
Week Off
- Off for 1 week.
Weekend Shifts
- Two 12-hour shifts on Friday and Saturday.
Afternoons
- Monday to Thursday: 1:30pm-9:45pm.
- Friday: 11:30am-5:30pm.
Key Duties / Key Responsibilities
- Operate machinery to assist in the production process.
- Conduct visual quality checks of all products.
- Load and unload products onto the production line.
- Undertake manual handling activities.
- Operate robots manually if any problems occur, with full training provided.
- Run the Oxide Mill, working with pure lead and heat torches.
- Abide by all Health & Safety guidelines.
- Ensure good housekeeping and 5S standards are maintained within the area of responsibility.
Requirements
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience with heavy industry products and hot metals.
- Numerate and literate.
- PC literate.
- Enthusiastic with a responsible attitude.
- Common-sense approach with good interpersonal skills.
- Good attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve targets.
- Flexible approach to working hours.
- Must be able to wear an Airflow mask, as this is mandatory due to the nature of the work, and therefore must be clean shaven.
- Must be willing to have blood tests every 3 months for Lead level checks.
Desirable Requirements
- GCSE passes in Mathematics and English Language.
- Knowledge of Microsoft.
- Robotic knowledge.
- Knowledge of the FIFO system.
Interested?
If you're looking for your next opportunity as a
Production Operative,
Manufacturing Operative or
Factory Operative in
Newport, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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