Packing Operative

Packing Operative Location: Perth Salary: £14.08 per hour Double Day Shift Pattern Duration: Long-Term Temporary Opportunity with Permanent Prospects Looking for a role where your hard work is recognised and every day…

Pay rate £14.08/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 August 2026

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Packing Operative

Location: Perth
Salary: £14.08 per hour Double Day Shift Pattern
Duration: Long-Term Temporary Opportunity with Permanent Prospects

Looking for a role where your hard work is recognised and every day brings something different?

We're recruiting for Packing Operatives to join a leading manufacturing business in Perth. With exciting growth plans and a strong reputation within its industry, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company that invests in its people and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

Whether you already have manufacturing experience or are looking to develop your skills in a production environment, full training will be provided to help you succeed.

If you're reliable, detail-focused and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Packing Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring products are packed accurately and efficiently before being dispatched to customers.

Working within a busy production environment, you'll follow established procedures and quality standards while supporting the wider team to meet production targets and deadlines.

What You'll Be Doing

Packing products into boxes and tubing to specification
Selecting the correct packaging materials in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Printing labels and preparing products for dispatch
Reading and interpreting work instructions and production documentation
Managing workloads and prioritising orders appropriately
Ensuring products are packed accurately and meet quality standards
Recording information and updating systems where required
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work area
Working efficiently to achieve production deadlines and targets
Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

Previous experience within a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills
Basic IT skills and confidence using computer systems
A proactive and flexible approach to work
Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities
The ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
A strong work ethic and reliable attendance record
The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Why Join This Company?

Competitive pay rate of £14.08 per hour
Overtime opportunities available
Long-term temporary role with genuine permanent prospects
Full training provided
Opportunity to learn specialist production processes
Join a growing and successful manufacturing business
Supportive team environment
Develop valuable manufacturing and technical skills
Excellent opportunity for career progression

Apply Today

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values dedication, teamwork and career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your manufacturing career.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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