Production Operative

Safely operating production machinery in line with company procedures and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)

Maximising efficiency and minimising downtime

Achieving productivity, performance and quality targets

Completing cleaning and routine maintenance tasks as scheduled

Reporting faults, hazards and safety concerns

Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site

Health and Safety is our number one priority. You'll be expected to follow safe working practices, report hazards and incidents, and actively contribute to creating a safe working environment for everyone.

What We're Looking For

A strong commitment to safety

Positive, self-motivated and enthusiastic attitude

Good verbal and written communication skills

A reliable team player

Quality-focused with attention to detail

Flexible approach to multi-skilled working

Open-minded, adaptable and willing to challenge and be challenged

Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

We’re DS Smith, a company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.