Machine Operator

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Louth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Production Operative for a position in Louth. The role involves operating and maintaining machinery, monitoring product quality, and adhering to health and safety protocols. Candidates should have previous experience in manufacturing and a valid driving license due to shift patterns. The contract is initially for 3 months with potential for extension, and offers various benefits including progression opportunities and CV support.

Benefits

CV advice and editing support

Exclusive online discounts

Opportunity to earn £300 for referring a friend

Progression opportunities into permanent roles

Opportunity to gain FLT licence

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment (2+ years).
• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle due to the shift pattern.
• Able to conduct manual handling including lifting and bending.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production machinery.
• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations.
• Monitor product quality to meet high standards.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing or production

Verbal and written communication

Sound IT literacy

Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Tools

FLT Counterbalance licence

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Production Operative? Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative? Are you based in or around Louth? We have an initially temporary 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 details

Role: Operative
Location: Louth, Grimsby Road, LN11 0LA
Rate: £13.50ph (OT 1.5 also available)
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 (within one week)

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production machinery


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


• Monitor product quality to meet high standards


• Operating FLT counterbalance as required to move product around the factory and warehouse


• 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)


• Driving Licence and access to own vehicle due to the shift pattern


• 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


• FLT Counterbalance licence (not essential)

Benefits

• CV advice and editing support


• Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores


• Opportunity to earn £300 for referring a friend


• Progression opportunities into permanent roles


• Opportunity to gain FLT licence


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

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet the requirements.

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