Production Operative
DS SmithJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
DS Smith is hiring a Production Operative for its Packaging division in Devizes, onsite, focusing on safe, efficient production of corrugated packaging for FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Electronics sectors. You’ll operate production machinery to meet safety, efficiency and quality targets, perform routine maintenance, report faults, and support continuous improvement. Safety comes first; you’ll follow SSOW, report hazards and maintain an injury-free workplace. Key traits include a strong safety mindset, reliability, clear communication, teamwork, attention to detail, flexibility for multi-skilled work and a proactive approach to improvement. To apply effectively, tailor your CV to show machinery experience, safety compliance, problem solving and results, and be ready for a short safety questionnaire.
Production Operative
We're looking for Production Operatives to join our Packaging division, producing corrugated packaging solutions for customers across the FMCG, Pharmaceutical, Electronics and Industrial sectors.
As a Production Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our production lines operate safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
What You'll Be Doing
Safely operating production machinery in line with company procedures and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
Maximising efficiency and minimising downtime
Achieving productivity, performance and quality targets
Completing cleaning and routine maintenance tasks as scheduled
Reporting faults, hazards and safety concerns
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site
Safety First
Health and Safety is our number one priority. You'll be expected to follow safe working practices, report hazards and incidents, and actively contribute to creating a safe working environment for everyone.
What We're Looking For
A strong commitment to safety
Positive, self-motivated and enthusiastic attitude
Good verbal and written communication skills
A reliable team player
Quality-focused with attention to detail
Flexible approach to multi-skilled working
Open-minded, adaptable and willing to challenge and be challenged
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
About us
We’re DS Smith, a 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, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, 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.
As a Safety‑first employer, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards across our operations. Our approach to safety means going beyond minimum legal requirements and focuses on continuously elevating how we work safely—every day, at every level. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a brief safety questionnaire as part of the selection process. This helps us ensure that everyone who joins our team shares our focus and commitment to design, operate and maintain injury-free workplaces for our employees and everyone who enters our facilities.