Machine Operative

Are you an experienced Machine Operative? Do you consider yourself to be reliable and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Redditch?

We have a machine operative role available within DS Smith’s packaging site. This role is ideal for someone with prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment and who has the willingness to work flexible shifts.  

Job Title: Machine Operative

Location: DS Smith - Packaging Division, 14 & 15 Padgets Lane, South Moons Moat, Redditch B98 0RA

Pay: £12.04 per hour during training, Once fully trained on all the machines, it will increase to £14.44 per hour 

Overtime: After 8 hours and Saturdays: £18.06 per hour. 

20% supplement for shift working 

Job Type: Full Time, Temp to Perm Role

Shift: During the training period, you will work a standard 8 am - 4 pm shift. Once fully trained, you must be prepared and flexible to work rotating shifts like 6 am – 2.30 pm, 14:00 to 22:30 Mon - Thurs, Fri 6 -12 (am), 11:30-17:30.

Hours: 40 hours per week (Paid breaks provided)

Experience Required:

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Willingness to work flexible shifts

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain machinery


• Ensure smooth production flow and high-quality output


• Health and safety awareness, IOSH understanding

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 £300* 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. 

If you are interested please call me back on (phone number removed) or apply to this job and we can go from there!