Packers, bottlers, canners and fillers Salary
Median salary £25,087 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £25,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For packers, bottlers, canners and fillers, £26,152 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -33% versus the national average. Experienced packers, bottlers, canners and fillers (top 25%) earn over £29,816.
About this role
Industrial cleaning process occupations clean and maintain industrial environments including factories, warehouses, processing plants and commercial kitchens. They use industrial cleaning equipment and chemicals to maintain hygienic and safe working conditions.
Key responsibilities
- Cleaning and sanitising industrial equipment and work areas
- Operating industrial cleaning machinery and equipment
- Following COSHH regulations for chemical handling
- Maintaining hygiene standards in food production environments
- Disposing of waste materials safely
Qualifications and entry routes
No formal qualifications required. COSHH training and site-specific inductions are standard. Food industry roles require Food Safety Level 2. BICSc cleaning qualifications are available.
Career outlook
Steady demand. Hygiene requirements in food manufacturing and healthcare sustain need for trained industrial cleaning operatives.
Key skills
Common industries
- Food manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Warehousing
- NHS
- Schools and universities
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£12,445
0-2 years
Mid Level
£21,914
3-7 years
Senior
£29,816
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +140% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 7.3%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£1,065
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).