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launceston, south west
£16.41 per hour
temporary

specialism
manufacturing
sub specialism
warehouse
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Launceston

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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 Launceston?

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

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Role: Production Operative - Nights
Location: DS Smith Packaging, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9HN
Job Type: Full Time, Contractual - 3 months initially with potential for extension
Pay: Basic Rate: £16.41 per hour

Shifts: 37 hours per week - Weekday nights 10pm-6am Mon-Thu, 4pm- 9pm Fri.

Start: ASAP (subject to interview and onboarding checks)

Key Responsibilities:

Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all time
Managing the setting and running of machinery
Achieving high quality standards on all work produced
Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Essential Requirements:

Previous experience in a production environment (2+ years)
Strong verbal and written communication
Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
Able to conduct manual handling
Driving licence and access to a vehicle would be desirable due to site location it is difficult to travel via public transport

Benefits:

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 £25* for referring a friend

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

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

Shifts: 37 hours per week - Weekday nights 10pm-6am Mon-Thu, 4pm- 9pm Fri.

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Start: ASAP (subject to interview and onboarding checks)

Key Responsibilities:

Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all time
Managing the setting and running of machinery
Achieving high quality standards on all work produced
Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner
Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Essential Requirements:

Previous experience in a production environment (2+ years)
Strong verbal and written communication
Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
Able to conduct manual handling
Driving licence and access to a vehicle would be desirable due to site location it is difficult to travel via public transport

Benefits:

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 £25* for referring a friend

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

skills
Flexibility
education
High School

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DS Smith Packaging, Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9HN PL15 9HN Launceston, South West

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DS Smith is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, paper products, and recycling services, with a rich 80-year history. Originating from a family-owned box-making business in East London, the company has grown exponentially, expanding its expertise into papermaking and recycling. Today, operating in over 30 countries with a workforce of 30,000, DS Smith provides exceptional support across the entire packaging Supply Cycle.

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