Operative/ FLT Driver
| Company: | Randstad CPE |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.81 - £13.81 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Louth, LN11 0LA |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 18 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Are you an experienced Production Operative?
Maybe you have experience as a Machine Operative?
Are you based in or around Louth?
We have an initially temporary Operative role available within DS Smiths Louth site. DS Smith are an international packaging company that focuses on sustainable and plastic free packaging. The successful applicant will be someone with previous experience within a Manufacturing environment and considers themselves to be proactive, reliable and a team player.
Role:
Operative/ FLT Driver
Location:
Louth, Grimsby Road, Northfields,Louth,LN11 0LA
Rate:
£13.81 per hr, OT is paid at 1.5x (£20.72) 6pm Friday to 6am Monday. Any other OT is paid at 1.33x (£18.37).
Contract length:
3 months initially
Shifts:
X2 days, X2 nights and X4 off (42 hours per week, paid breaks)
Days are 06:00-18:00 and nights are 18:00-06:00
Start:
ASAP (within one week)
Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain production machinery
Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations
Monitor product quality to meet high standards
Operating FLT counterbalance as required to move product around the factory and warehouse
Follow maintenance schedules and report issues through the internal SAP system
Complete training and safety awareness documents
Ensure health & safety protocols are followed at all times
Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement efforts
Essential requirements:
Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment (2+ years)
Driving Licence and access to own vehicle due to the shift pattern
Ability to work to all elements of the shift pattern
Able to be on foot for long periods of time and conduct manual handling including lifting and bending
Good verbal and written communication
Sound IT literacy
Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
FLT Counterbalance licence (not essential)
Benefits:
CV advice and editing support
Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores
Opportunity to earn £300 for referring a friend*
Progression opportunities into permanent roles
Opportunity to gain FLT licence
Employee Assistance Programme providing financial, physical and mental health support
Does this role sound interesting?
Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet the requirements.
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check, Medical check and reference check.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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