About this role
We are now recruiting for a Production Operator to join us on a permanent term. Reporting to the Shift Manager this role will ensure that we achieve our business goals across DS Smith packaging. Key Accountabilities:
• Be accountable for own and others health and safety whilst at work, operating in line with SSOW (safe systems of work) and company procedures to enable a safe working environment.
• Raise any unsafe acts seen immediately with individual(s) concerned and immediate reporting of health and safety incidents to management
• Be responsible for the operation of machinery to ensure efficiencies are maximised and downtime is minimised.
• Achieve set productivity and performance targets ensuring consistent quality standards are met.
• To ensure that maintenance and cleaning tasks are carried out correctly and in line with the planned maintenance schedule. Support and assist with improvement initiatives
Hours of work: The candidate will work 37.5hrs a week across a double shift pattern (shorter shifts on Friday) which consists of:
• Morning: 6am - 2pm
• Afternoons: 2pm - 10pm
Experience and Key Attributes required:
• Experience of working in a production/machine operating environment
• Self-motivated with a can-do attitude
• Enthusiasm to join our team
• The drive to rise to challenges and good problem solving abilities
• The desire to progress within a Company that values its employees and puts safety first
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme, life assurance & income protection
• Cycle to work program
• Employee Assistance Programme, Digital GP & Health Checks
• Retail and leisure discounts