Machine/Production Operative - Blunham

Randstad Employment Bureau; Bedford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Restaurant and retail discounts

£25 referral bonus

Progression into permanent roles

Competitive pay

Job summary

Randstad Business Support is seeking a Machine/Production Operative for DS Smith, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford.

The role involves setting and running machinery on a 6:00 AM/PM six 12-hour shift pattern, with days, nights and weekend work. £15.96 per hour with overtime; temp to perm based on performance and fit.

Qualifications

• Can do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience in production/manufacturing is desirable.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to conduct manual handling.
• Flexible to work days, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Managing the setting and running of machinery
• Keeping work area and machines clean and tidy
• Complying with Health and Safety guidance and processes
• Quality checking product
• Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
• Completing other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Skills

Can do attitude

Willing to learn

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Stamina

Manual handling

Shift flexibility

Job description

Are you ready to rev up your career in 2026? We're searching for ambitious, hands-on individuals eager to master new skills and become key players in a leading manufacturing operation. This isn't just another job; it's a chance to train on state-of-the-art machinery, develop sought-after expertise, and build a solid foundation for your future! If you thrive on learning and want to see your skills grow every day, then step onto the production floor with us!

Role: Machine/Production Operative

Location: DS Smith, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH

Rate: £15.96 per hour with overtime available

Contract length: Temp - perm depending on performance

Shift Patterns: 6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days, Nights and weekends)

A typical working pattern would look similar to this:

WK1: Day shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work

WK2: Day shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off

WK3: Night shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work

WK4: Night shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off

Responsibilities:

• Managing the setting and running of machinery

• Keeping work area and machines clean and tidy

• Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times

• Quality checking product

• Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner

• Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Essential requirements:

• Can do attitude

• Willing to learn and develop

• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment desirable

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time

• Able to conduct manual handling

• The flexibility to work all shifts mentioned (nights and weekends)

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

• Paid holiday

• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

• Chance to receive £25* for referring a friend

• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

• Competitive rates of pay

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

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.