Machine Operative

Randstad Employment Bureau; Louth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CV advice and editing support

Exclusive online discounts for dining

Refer-a-friend bonus

Progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Randstad Employment Bureau is seeking an experienced Production Operative for DS Smith's Louth site, located at Grimsby Road, Louth. Rate is £13.81ph and the role is 42 hours per week with overtime rates of 1.5x (Fri 6pm–Mon 6am) and 1.33x for other OT.

Contract length is 3 months with potential extension; shifts are 06:00–18:00 and 18:00–06:00, 2 days on, 2 nights on, 4 off. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining production machinery, upholding high hygiene and safety standards,

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Able to work all elements of the shift pattern.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform manual handling.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• IT literacy and familiarity with systems.
• Knowledge of UK Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production machinery.
• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards in line with BRC regulations.
• Monitor product quality to meet high standards.
• Follow maintenance schedules and report issues via SAP.
• Complete training and safety awareness documentation.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are followed at all times.
• Collaborate with team and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Team player

Proactive

Reliable

Flexibility

Job description

Are you an experienced Production Operative? Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative?

Are you based in or around Louth?

We have an Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, reliable and a team player.

Role: Production Operative
Location: Louth, Grimsby Road
Rate: £13.81ph,

• OT is paid at 1.5x (£20.72) 6pm friday to 6am monday. Any other OT is paid at 1.33x (£18.37).

Contract length: 3 months (likely to be extended)
Shifts: X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)

Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00

Start: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain production machinery

• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations

• Monitor product quality to meet high standards

• Follow maintenance schedules and report issues through the internal SAP system

• Complete training and safety awareness documents

• Ensure health & safety protocols are followed at all times

• Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts

Essential requirements:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment (2+ years)

• Ability to work to all elements of the shift pattern

• Able to be on foot for long periods of time and conduct manual handling including lifting and bending

• Good verbal and written communication

• Sound IT literacy

• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Benefits:

• CV advice and editing support

• Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores

• Opportunity to earn £25 for referring a friend*

• Progression opportunities into permanent roles

• Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, physical and mental health support
  

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check, Medical check and reference check.

skills

Flexibility