Machine Operator

Are you an experienced Production Operative?

Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative?

Are you based in or around Louth?

We have an initially temporary Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, reliable and a team player.

Role: Operative
Location: Louth, Grimsby Road, Northfields,Louth,LN11 0LA

Rate: £13.81 per hr, OT is paid at 1.5x (£20.72) 6pm Friday to 6am Monday. Any other OT is paid at 1.33x (£18.37).

Contract length: 3 months initially
Shifts: X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)

Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00

Start: ASAP (within one week)

Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain production machinery

Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations

Monitor product quality to meet high standards

Follow maintenance schedules and report issues through the internal SAP system

Complete training and safety awareness documents

Ensure health & safety protocols are followed at all times

Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts

Essential requirements:

Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment (2+ years)

Driving Licence and access to own vehicle due to the shift pattern

Ability to work to all elements of the shift pattern

Able to be on foot for long periods of time and conduct manual handling including lifting and bending

Good verbal and written communication

Sound IT literacy

Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

FLT Counterbalance licence (not essential)

Benefits:

CV advice and editing support

Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores

Opportunity to earn £300 for referring a friend*

Progression opportunities into permanent roles

Opportunity to gain FLT licence

Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, physical and mental health support

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 but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check, Medical check and reference check

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