We are now recruiting for a Machine Operative 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 site operates a 3-shift rotation pattern (short shift on Friday's) of:
- Dayshift: 6am – 2.00pm
- Afternoons: 2.00pm – 10.00pm
- Nights: 10.00pm - 6am
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 expanding 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 plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
