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Machine Operative

Company:Randstad CPE
Salary:£13.81 - £13.81
Hours:Full-time
Location:Louth, LN11 0LA
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Temporary
Posting date:18 Aug 2026
Closing date:25 Aug 2026
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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 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: Production Operative

Location: Louth, Grimsby Road

Rate: £13.81ph,

  • 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 (likely to be extended)

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

Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain production machinery

  • Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards, adhering to BRC regulations

  • Monitor product quality to meet high standards

  • 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)

  • 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

Benefits:

  • CV advice and editing support

  • Exclusive online discounts for restaurants and retail stores

  • Opportunity to earn £25 for referring a friend*

  • Progression opportunities into permanent roles

  • 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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