Operator

at  DS Smith

Our DS Smith site at Northfields in Louth, Lincolnshire is looking for Production Operatives to join their team.
The role is to operate on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (2 days 6am-6pm, 2 nights 6pm-6am) across Production Machines, the post is for 42 hours per week however there may be potential for overtime.
We are actively trying to diversify our workforce and as such would encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Key responsibilities include;

• To be accountable for own and others health and safety whilst at work, operating in line with SSOW (safe systems of work) and company procedures to enable a safe working environment.
• To raise any unsafe acts seen immediately with individual(s) concerned and immediate reporting of health and safety incidents to management.
• To be responsible for the operation of machinery to ensure efficiencies are maximised and downtime is minimised.
• Achieve set productivity and performance targets ensuring consistent quality standards are met.
• Ensure that maintenance and cleaning tasks are carried out correctly and in line with the planned maintenance schedule. Support and assist with improvement initiatives.

Candidate profile - Desirable would be:

• Experience of running high speed production/packaging equipment.
• Proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent Health & Safety awareness.
• Competency in Quality Standards & reporting procedures.
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Self-Motivated
• An understanding of paper & packaging process.
• Good mechanical aptitude

What we offer:

• Excellent salary upon completion of training
• Subsidised canteen
• Contributory pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
• 24 days holiday per year
• Sharesave scheme
• Employee Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational health
• Thrive Mental Health Support
• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace

• To be accountable for own and others health and safety whilst at work, operating in line with SSOW (safe systems of work) and company procedures to enable a safe working environment.
• To raise any unsafe acts seen immediately with individual(s) concerned and immediate reporting of health and safety incidents to management.
• To be responsible for the operation of machinery to ensure efficiencies are maximised and downtime is minimised.
• Achieve set productivity and performance targets ensuring consistent quality standards are met.
• Ensure that maintenance and cleaning tasks are carried out correctly and in line with the planned maintenance schedule. Support and assist with improvement initiatives