General Operative in Wakefield

General Operative in Wakefield

Wakefield Full-Time No working from home possible
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General Operative

Date: 2026-09-09T19:01:08

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, GB, WF1 3

Contract Type: Temporary

Contract End Date: 2026-10-07T20:49:19.873

Rate: £15.79 per hour

Salary: £15.79

Job Description

Do you have previous experience within a manufacturing/production/warehouse environment? Are you looking for some temporary work? DS Smith in Featherstone are currently looking for 2 Operatives to support the team for the next week working 13 shifts.

Role: General Operative

Location: DS Smith Featherstone, Commonside Lane, Featherstone Wakefield, WF7 5DF

Rate: £15.79 per hour

Contract Length: 1 week - 13 shifts starting 13th Sept till 19th Sept

Hours: Sunday 13th Sept - Saturday 19th Sept

The shifts will be days 06:00-18:00 and Nights 18:00-06:00.

Responsibilities

  • Collecting sheets of cardboard off the line and putting them on a pallet
  • Keeping work area clean and tidy
  • Working in line with Health and Safety guidance and processes at all times
  • Quality checking product
  • Completing any other duties relevant to the department as requested by the shift manager

Essential Requirements

  • Can-do attitude
  • Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment desirable
  • Comfortable being on foot for long periods of time
  • Able to conduct manual handling
  • The flexibility to work extra days

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

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General Operative in Wakefield employer: DS Smith

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Contact Details:

DS Smith Recruitment Team