via reed · 2 June 2026 ·11 days ago

Production Operative

Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Launceston Contract GBP 31,999 – 31,999
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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.


Role: Production Operative
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: • Operate machinery and equipment in a manufacturing/production environment

  • Follow Standard Safe Operating Procedures (SSOW) and UK Health and Safety legislation

  • Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on machinery

Essential Requirements: • Driving licence and access to a car
  • Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

  • Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation and SSOW

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.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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