Are you an experienced Machine Operative? Are you familiar with a production or manufacturing environment? Are you based in or around Livingston?
DS Smith is a world renowned sustainable packaging solutions provider. The Livingston site is responsible for creating packaging for well known drinks brands and houses significant printing technology. The successful applicant will be someone who is eager to join a passionate team and considers themselves to be a team player.
Role: Machine Operative
Location: DS Smith Packaging, Muir Rd, Livingston EH54 5DP
Rate: £14.81ph
Overtime available between £22.22 (over 37.5 hours and Saturday AM) and £29.62ph
Contract length: 3 months initially with the view to extend or offer permanent employment
Shift Patterns: Rotational shifts consisting of earlies, backs and nights
YOU MUST BE ABLE TO WORK TO ALL SHIFT PATTERNS
Start: ASAP
Responsibilities:
1. Operating machinery to create bespoke packaging solutions from corrugated card
2. Ensuring efficiency is maximised and downtime is kept to a minimum at all times
3. Adhering to productivity and performance targets whilst maintaining the highest of standards
4. Conducting maintenance checks and tasks including cleaning the machinery
5. Adhering to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times and encouraging others to do the same
6. Reporting Health and Safety issues and incidents to management in real time
7. Operating within a safe systems of work (SSOW)
8. Providing input towards improvement initiatives processing machinery and material handling equipment in a safe and productive manner.
Essential requirements:
1. Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment
2. Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
3. Ability and previous experience of operating machinery
4. Ability to be on feet for extended periods and conduct manual handling including regular bending and reaching
5. Strong verbal and written communication
6. Proactive nature and positive approach to work, challenges and quality
Benefits:
1. Ongoing support from a dedicated team
2. Advice and editing on your current CV
3. Access to exclusive discounts at restaurants and retailers
4. Referral bonus scheme - earn up to £300* for successful referrals
5. Opportunity for transition into a permanent position
6. 3% Employer contribution Pension Scheme
7. Access to mental and physical wellbeing resources
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check, Drug and Alcohol test and reference check.
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