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Randstad Inhouse Services

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Production Operator

Bedford, Bedfordshire

Randstad Inhouse Services

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
£15.46 - Hour
Recruiter
Randstad Inhouse Services
Closes
04 Oct 2025
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Do you have experience within a production or manufacturing environment? Do you consider yourself to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Blunham?

This role is ideal for someone with machine operating experience and a safety-first approach, although training will be provided.

Role - Machine Operator (Pitman Shift)

Location: DS Smith Packaging, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH

Rate: £15.46 per hour (paid breaks), Overtime available for 42+ hours:

* OT 1.5 Monday to Saturday

* Double time on Sundays

Contract Length: Temp to Perm (3 months initially)

Shift: Pitman Shift pattern, 6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days and Nights)

Site Tour: ASAP

Responsibilities:

* Operate machinery safely and efficiently

* Ensure productivity and performance targets are met

* Maintain consistent quality standards

* Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as per schedule

* Adhere to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times

* Support improvement initiatives as needed

Essential requirements:

* Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment

* Good knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

* Safety-focused with a positive, enthusiastic attitude

* Lmc 1230 casemaker machine experience

* Good communication skills (both verbal and written)

* Team player, quality-conscious, and adaptable to multi-skilled working

Benefits:

* Paid holiday of 32 days per annum including Bank Holidays

* Competitive rates of pay with the opportunity for progression

* Pension scheme with 3% employer contribution

* Wellbeing resources and access to wellbeing specialists

* Restaurant and retail discounts

* Referral bonus of £300* for referring a friend

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical check and reference check

Ad ID: 5416900934

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