Randstad CPE
Machine Operative
Bedford MK44 3PH
Key information
- Pay
- £15.96 to £15.96 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Workplace arrangement
- On-site
- Posted date
- 26 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Nov 2026
About this role
Do you have previous Manufacturing/production/Warehouse experience? Or do you fancy a career change?
Do you live within travelling distance to Blunham?
If so, this opportunity could be the right one for you! DS Smith in Blunham are currently looking for 7 Machine Operatives
Role
Machine/Production Operative
Location
DS Smith, South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford MK44 3PH
Rate
£15.96 per hour with over time 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
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.