Machine Operative

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 over time available

Contract length: Temp - perm depending on performance (Perm after 12 weeks)

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:

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• Managing the setting and running of machinery
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• Keeping work area and machines clean and tidy
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• Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times
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• Quality checking product
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• Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
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• Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager
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Essential requirements:

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• Can do attitude
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• Willing to learn and develop
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• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment desirable
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• Strong verbal and written communication
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• Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
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• Able to conduct manual handling
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• The flexibility to work all shifts mentioned (nights and weekends)
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Benefits:

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• Advice and editing on your current CV
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• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
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• Paid holiday
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• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
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• Chance to receive £25* for referring a friend
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• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
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• Competitive rates of pay
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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.