Production Operative

Randstad Employment Bureau; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advice and editing on your CV

Dedicated team throughout your journey

Paid holiday

Exclusive online services incl. dining

Referral bonus £300

Progression into permanent roles

Competitive rates of pay

Job summary

Randstad Employment Bureau is seeking a Production Operative for a temporary 3-month role at DS Smith in Smethwick. The job is suited to candidates with warehouse, production or manufacturing backgrounds, offering two shift patterns and a pay rate of £15.75 per hour.

The position is based at DS Smith, Summit Crescent, Smethwick, West Midlands, with a 3-month initial duration and on-site work. The role includes responsibilities across receiving to dispatch and opportunities for progression into

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a warehouse operative
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety

Responsibilities

• Picking and packing
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Adhering to health and safety regulations at all times

Skills

Warehouse experience

Production experience

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Do you have a manufacturing or production background?

We currently have a temporary role available within the DS Smith site at Smethwick. This role is ideal for someone with previous Warehouse, production or manufacturing experience

Role: Production Operative

Shifts: Monday - Thursday 6am -2pm and Friday 6am -1pm and the following week Monday-Thursday 2pm-10pm and Friday 1pm-8pm

Pay: £15.75 per hour

Duration: 3 months initially

Location: DS Smith, Summit Crescent,Smethwick,West Midlands. B66 1BT

Role & Responsibilities

As a Production/ Warehouse operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of goods, from receiving to dispatch. You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team committed to providing excellent service.

Main tasks include

• Picking and packing
• Loading and unloading goods from vehicles.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a warehouse operative
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Physical stamina for warehouse work.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Benefits:

1. Advice and editing on your current CV
2. Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
3. Paid holiday
4. Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
5. Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
6. Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
7. 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.