Production Operator

Do you have experience within a production or manufacturing environment? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Blunham?

This role is ideal for someone with machine operating experience and a safety-first approach, although training will be provided.

Role - Machine Operator (Pitman Shift)

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

Rate: £15.46 per hour (paid breaks), Overtime available for 42+ hours: 

• OT 1.5 Monday to Saturday
• Double time on Sundays

Contract Length: Temp to Perm (3 months initially)
Shift: Pitman Shift pattern, 6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days and Nights)

Site Tour: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Operate machinery safely and efficiently
• Ensure productivity and performance targets are met
• Maintain consistent quality standards
• Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as per schedule
• Adhere to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times
• Support improvement initiatives as needed

Essential requirements:

• Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment
• Good knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• Safety-focused with a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Lmc 1230 casemaker machine experience
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Team player, quality-conscious, and adaptable to multi-skilled working

Benefits:

• Paid holiday of 32 days per annum including Bank Holidays
• Competitive rates of pay with the opportunity for progression
• Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
• Wellbeing resources and access to wellbeing specialists 
• Restaurant and retail discounts
• Referral bonus of £300* for referring a friend

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