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Randstad Inhouse Services
Production Operator
Bedford, Bedfordshire
- 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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