Production Operator

Are you an experienced Production Operative?
Do you consider yourself reliable, hardworking, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Louth, Grimsby Road?

We have a contract position available with DS smith in Louth. This opportunity is ideal for someone with strong manufacturing or machine operation experience who thrives in a shift-based environment.

Role: Production Operative
Location: Louth, Grimsby Road
Rate: -13.2819.87 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract length: 3 months (with likely extension)
Shift Pattern: 4-on / 4-off (x2 12hr days: 6am-6pm, x2 12hr nights: 6pm-6am, followed by 4 days off)
Hours: 42 per week on average - breaks are paid

Start Date ASAP (on or before the 13th August)

Pay & Overtime:

• Overtime is paid at time and a half from 18:00 Friday to 06:00 Monday
  
  
• All other overtime is paid at time and a third
  
  
• Colleagues are paid for breaks, contributing to a full 42-hour paid week
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain production machinery, ensuring optimum performance and minimal downtime
  
  
• Ensure health & safety protocols are followed at all times
  
  
• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations
  
  
• Follow maintenance schedules and report issues through the internal SAP system
  
  
• Monitor product quality to meet high standards
  
  
• Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts
  
  
• Complete training and safety awareness documents
  
  

Essential requirements:

• Previous experience operating machinery in a production or packaging environment
  
  
• Willing and able to work 12-hour rotating day and night shifts
  
  
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks
  
  
• Strong communication and basic IT skills
  
  
• Competent in reading, writing, and speaking English
  
  
• Proactive, safety-conscious and a team player
  
  

Desirable requirements:

• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
  
  
• Background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (preferably BRC-accredited)
  
  

Benefits:

• CV advice and editing support
  
  
• Dedicated consultant throughout your assignment
  
  
• Paid holiday entitlement
  
  
• Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores
  
  
• Opportunity to earn -300 for referring a friend*
  
  
• Progression opportunities into permanent roles
  
  
• Competitive pay rates
  
  

Does this role sound interesting?
Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet the requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, DBS check, and reference check.

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

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