Machine Operator

Randstad Delivery; Louth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CV advice and editing support

Exclusive online discounts

Refer a friend £300

Progression opportunities

Opportunity to gain FLT licence

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

DS Smith is seeking a Production Operative for its Louth site. The role involves operating and maintaining production machinery, ensuring high hygiene standards, and monitoring quality.

The position is initially a 3-month temporary contract with 42 hours per week across day and night shifts. Applicants should have 2+ years in manufacturing, a valid driving licence, and be able to work the full shift pattern.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in manufacturing/production.
• Able to work on 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00 shifts.
• Driving Licence and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team player

Health & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

SAP system

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 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: Operative

Location: Louth, Grimsby Road, Northfields,Louth,LN11 0LA

Rate: £13.81 per hr, 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 initially

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
• 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?

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