Are you ready to rev up your career in 2026? We're searching for ambitious, hands-on individuals eager to master new skills and become key players in a leading manufacturing operation. This isn't just another job; it's a chance to train on state-of-the-art machinery, develop sought-after expertise, and build a solid foundation for your future! If you thrive on learning and want to see your skills grow every day, then step onto the production floor with us!

Role:  Machine/Production Operative

Location: DS Smith, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH

Rate: £15.96 per hour with overtime available

Contract length: Temp - perm depending on performance

Shift Patterns:  6:00 AM/PM to 6:00 PM/AM (12-hour shifts including Days, Nights and weekends)

A typical working pattern would look similar to this: 

WK1: Day shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work 

WK2: Day shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off

WK3: Night shift: Mon, Tues work - Weds, Thurs off - Fri, Sat, Sun work

WK4: Night shift: Mon, Tues off - Weds, Thurs work - Fri, Sat, Sun off

Responsibilities: 

• Managing the setting and running of machinery

• Keeping work area and machines clean and tidy

• Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times

• Quality checking product

• Adhering to customer demands in a timely manner

• Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager 

Essential requirements:

• Can do attitude

• Willing to learn and develop

• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment desirable 

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time

• Able to conduct manual handling 

• The flexibility to work all shifts mentioned (nights and weekends)

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

• Paid holiday

• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

• Chance to receive £25* for referring a friend

• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles 

• Competitive rates of pay 

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.