Production Operative - Flexible Shifts & Training

Smurfit-Westrock; Diss; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension

Annual leave

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Diss is seeking a Production Operative to join our team on a double days shift pattern. You’ll work hands-on in a small team, supporting fast-paced production and delivering quality output.

The successful candidate will follow safety procedures, hit daily targets, and participate in continuous improvements. No prior factory experience is required, but reliability and a proactive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Be a team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work different shifts and overtime when needed.
• Ability to follow processes and quality standards.
• Comfortable working with basic numbers and production data.
• Basic mechanical understanding would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Following health & safety standards to keep yourself and your teammates safe.
• Producing high-quality products and quickly flagging any issues.
• Working with your team to hit daily production targets.
• Maintaining clean, organised work areas.
• Communicating effectively across shifts for smooth handovers.
• Supporting continuous improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility across shifts

Following processes

Numerical basics

Education

Basic numeracy/Math skills

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Diss is seeking a Production Operative to join our team on a double days shift pattern. You’ll work hands-on in a small team, supporting fast-paced production and delivering quality output.

The successful candidate will follow safety procedures, hit daily targets, and participate in continuous improvements. No prior factory experience is required, but reliability and a proactive attitude are essential.