Machine Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Fordham
At DS Smith Fordham we are looking to hire Operatives to work in the Conversion department and assist with the day-to-day running of our machines.
About the role
As a valued team member you will be asked to play a vital role in supporting the Operator in the setting and running of the machines. You will assist in achieving quality standards on all work produced and delighting our customers by producing high quality product, in a timely manner. We work together to ensure that our work is technically correct and the right process has been followed to achieve customer requirements.
Health & Safety is our number one priority and as such an important part of the role will be to work in line with all current policies and procedures to keep yourself and your colleagues safe.
You will report directly to the Shift Team Leader however will work closely with the Operators on various machines to receive the training you need to become a successful Assistant Operator.
About you
- Work in line with DS Smith standards at all times including but not limited to Health & Safety and Quality
- Able to communicate and work well within a team
- Able to understand and achieve objectives
- Document good ways of working and work to these as standard
- Able to work on your own initiatives
- Some experience of manufacturing and shift work
Benefits
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Continental Shift Pattern
- Shopping Discounts
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, potential temp-perm
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: Up to £33,000.00 per year, increasing with level progression
Benefits:
- Discounted canteen
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute:
- Newmarket, CB8 7TX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Salary: £30,850.00-£33,100.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Machine Operative
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Consumer Product Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machine Operator roles across DS Smith Packaging's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Consumer Product Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,850 - £33,100 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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