We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Candle Production & Packing Operative to support the preparation and finishing stages of our candle production process.

The role will not involve the actual candle filling process. Instead, you will be responsible for ensuring vessels are correctly prepared before filling and that finished candles are cleaned, labelled, quality checked and packed to a high standard ready for dispatch.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Production Preparation:
• Unpack and organise candle vessels ready for production.
• Carry out visual quality checks on vessels, identifying any cracks, chips, marks, imperfections or other defects.
• Prepare and inspect vessels to ensure they meet the required quality standards.
• Fit and secure wicks correctly and consistently in preparation for filling.
• Keep the production area clean, organised and ready for use.
• Follow all production procedures and health & safety requirements.

Post-Production Finishing

• Clean and inspect filled candle glasses, removing any wax residue, marks or imperfections.
• Carry out final quality checks to ensure candles meet the required presentation and quality standards.
• Apply labels accurately and consistently, ensuring correct positioning and alignment.
• Check finished products for any defects before packing.
• Pack finished candles carefully into cartons, ensuring products are protected and packed according to specification.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area throughout the production process.

The successful candidate will be:

• Reliable and dependable
• Practical and hands-on
• Highly detail-oriented
• Quality-focused
• Organised and tidy
• A good team player
• Able to work at pace while maintaining accuracy

Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment’s Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you.

Consultant – Ellie Crocker