Are you ready to rev up your career in 2026? We're searching for ambitious, hands-on individuals eager to master new skills and become key players in a leading manufacturing operation. This isn't just another job; it's a chance to train on state-of-the-art machinery, develop sought-after expertise, and build a solid foundation for your future! If you thrive on learning and want to see your skills grow every day, then step onto the production floor with us!
Role: Machine/Production Operative
Location: DS Smith, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH
Rate: £15.96 per hour with overtime available
Contract length: Temp - perm depending on performance
Shift Patterns: 6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days, Nights and weekends)
A typical working pattern would look similar to this:
WK1: Day shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work
WK2: Day shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off
WK3: Night shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work
WK4: Night shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off
Responsibilities:
Managing the setting and running of machinery
Keeping work area and machines clean and tidy
Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times
Quality checking product
Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager Essential requirements:
Can do attitude
Willing to learn and develop
Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment desirable
Strong verbal and written communication
Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
Able to conduct manual handling
The flexibility to work all shifts mentioned (nights and weekends)Benefits:
Advice and editing on your current CV
Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
Paid holiday
Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
Chance to receive £25* for referring a friend
Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
Competitive rates of pay 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
