Job details
Bideford Area
£12.71 per hour | 40 Hours per Week
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Machine Operator to join their busy production team in the Bideford area.
This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for someone who is reliable, hardworking, and looking for long-term employment with full training provided.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday
- 08:00 – 17:00
- 1-hour unpaid lunch break
- 40 hours per week
The Role
The successful candidate will be trained to operate a Nail Gun machine as part of the manufacturing process. You will be working in a fast-paced production environment, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently while maintaining high quality standards.
Candidate Requirements
- Live within a 30-minute commute of the Bideford area.
- Physically fit and comfortable being on your feet throughout the working day.
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining excellent attendance.
- Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
- Able to follow health and safety procedures at all times.
- Suitable PPE is required for this role.
Pay & Benefits
- £12.71 per hour
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Temp-to-perm opportunity
- Full training provided
- Long-term career prospects for the right candidate
To be considered, applicants must provide a full, up-to-date CV. Suitable candidates will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for interview.
If you’re looking for a stable, full-time opportunity with the potential for permanent employment, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Apply directly through Indeed or contact Driver Hire (Barnstaple) on 01271 441909.
Please have your driving licence, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card details available when applying.
Immediate starts may be available for suitable candidates.
About Us
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, and driving roles across the South Devon and North Devon area. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect experienced drivers and logistics professionals with the right opportunities. Whether you are looking for temporary, contract, or permanent work, we are here to help you find your next role.
Why work with Driver Hire?
Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist logistics recruiter, with over 40 years of experience connecting drivers with quality employers nationwide. In our latest Driver Hire Nationwide candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work with Driver Hire, while 96% rated the service and support they received as Good or Excellent (responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025).
