DS Smith
Production Operative-15
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We're looking for Production Operatives to join our Packaging division, producing corrugated packaging solutions for customers across the FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Electronics and Industrial sectors.
As a Production Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our production lines operate safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
What You'll Be Doing
- 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
Safety First
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.
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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
About Us
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.
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As a Safety‑first employer, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards across our operations. Our approach to safety means going beyond minimum legal requirements and focuses on continuously elevating how we work safely—every day, at every level. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a brief safety questionnaire as part of the selection process. This helps us ensure that everyone who joins our team shares our focus and commitment to design, operate and maintain injury-free workplaces for our employees and everyone who enters our facilities.
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