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Production Operative

Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Posted 19 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire MK40 4LU, England

Salary

£14.49 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The position of Production Operative at DS Smith Packaging in Blunham requires previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
  • The role offers a pay rate of £14.49 per hour, with overtime available at 1.5 times the regular rate.
  • The working hours are from Friday to Sunday, totaling 36 hours per week, and the contract is temp to perm with an initial duration of 3 months.
  • Candidates should be safety-focused, enthusiastic, and possess good communication skills, while training will be provided for machine operation.
  • Benefits include 32 days of paid holiday, a pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution, and various discounts and bonuses.

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 - Production Operative - LMC Team Member

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

Rate: £14.49 per hour (paid breaks)

Shift: Friday to Sunday: 06:00 to 18:00, 36 Hours per Week

Overtime available at X1.5

Contract Length: Temp to Perm, (3 months initially)

Start: Following a site tour on 30th January 2025, the view to start 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
  • 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
  • Well-being resources and access to well being 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.

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

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