Production Operatives

Acorn by Synergie
Devon, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£13 ph

Salary

£13 ph

Job Type
Temporary
Work Pattern
Shift-work
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Entry
Posted
21 Apr 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

2 paid breaks every 3 hours (20 and 30 minutes) Pay grading system with scope for future increases Excellent career prospects through internal promotions and vacancies Access to a subsidised restaurant Free parking and easy access via public transport

Production Operatives - Rotating Shift Pattern

Ilfracombe, North Devon | £15.84 per hour (£13.20 plus shift allowance) | Full time | Monday-Friday | Temporary-Ongoing

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for Production Operatives in Ilfracombe, North Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a passionate, industrial global leader in Life Sciences in the North Devon area. If you want to work for a company where you can learn and grow to your full potential, and help to make a difference to the lives of others, keep reading.

Key Duties:

Manufacture filters using operating machinery and hand assembly of medical devices.

Assist in the full life cycle and production of medical grade filtration devices.

Carry out both visual and manual quality checks of all medical devices produced to ensure fit for purpose.

Complete audited pharmaceutical paperwork accurately (approximately 50% of the role).

Box and package products.

Always adhere to clean room procedures.

Requirements:

Outstanding attention to detail, a common-sense approach and great interpersonal skills.

Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and support the team to achieve targets.

Excellent standard of written and spoken communication.

High levels of dexterity.

Ability to stand for full shift minus 2 x paid breaks.

No prior experience required.

What We Offer:

Industry-leading rates of pay in North Devon.

2 paid breaks every 3 hours (20 and 30 minutes).

Pay grading system with scope for future increases.

Excellent career prospects through internal promotions and vacancies.

Access to a subsidised restaurant.

Free parking and easy access via public transport.

Shift pattern (8 Hour Double Day Rotation):

Morning shift: Monday-Thursday 7.45am-3.45pm, Friday 7.45am-2.45pm.

Afternoon shift: Monday-Thursday 3.45pm-11.45pm, Friday 2.45pm-9.45pm.

Interested?

Apply now! Contact Acorn Recruitment Barnstaple Branch to find out more.

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

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