Production Operative

Production Operative & FLT Driver Cover Join our team at DS Smith Wirral and play a key role in delivering high- quality production! We're looking for a motivated Production Operative to support our manufacturing operations. You'll help ensure smooth production processes, maintain safety standards, and achieve performance targets. Main Responsibilities will include: Take responsibility for your own and others' health & safety, following SSOW (Safe System of Work) and company procedures. Immediately report any unsafe acts or incidents to management Meet productivity and quality targets consistently Carry out daily warehouse and production activities During holidays and buys periods assist in loading and unloading vehicles, feeding machinery with material whilst liaising with the office. About you Minimum requirements Safet First mindset Self-Motivated, positive, and enthusiastic Strong Communications Skills (Verbal and written) Team player with a quality- focused approach Flexible and open to multi-skilled working and constructive challenge Preferred experience Background in corrugated board manufacturing (ideal but not essential) Previous experience in production machine and FLT operations Basic Maths skills for inventory tasks Counterbalance licence Benefits Competitive Salary 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays Pension Scheme, life assurance and income protection Salary Sacrifice electric car scheme Employee Assistance Programme Employee Discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Onsite Parking Location: Wirral Working hours: 39.5 Hours - Mon - Thu 8.00 - 16.30 Friday 8.00 - 13.30 About us We're DS Smith, the 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, supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovative, 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