Location: DS Smith, Birmingham – Smethwick (B66 1BT) Hours: Full-time, 39 hours per week Shifts: Monday–Thursday 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm, Friday 6am–1pm / 1pm–9pm (Shifts are rotated weekly.) About The Role We’re looking for a dependable and safety-focused Production Operator / FLT Driver to join our dynamic team at DS Smith’s Smethwick site. This is a key role within our Packaging division, where you’ll help ensure smooth and efficient warehouse operations. What You’ll Do Operate FLT equipment safely to move materials across the site Follow all health & safety procedures and safe systems of work (SSOW) Report hazards or unsafe behaviours to maintain a safe working environment Support production targets by ensuring timely and accurate material handling Carry out routine cleaning and maintenance tasks Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives About You We value energy, commitment, and a strong team spirit. If you’re passionate about safety and quality, we’d love to hear from you. Essential Safety-first approach Self-motivated with a positive attitude Strong communication skills (verbal & written) High attention to detail and quality Willingness to work in a multi-skilled environment Flexible and open to feedback Valid B1 Counterbalance licence (up to 5000kg) Desirable Experience in a production or machine-operating environment Benefits DS Smith pension scheme Life assurance (death in service) Company sick pay & income protection Access to Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work scheme Shopping & lifestyle discounts Free eye tests & flu jabs Recognition and rewards programme Clear career development and progression opportunities 25 days’ holiday bank holidays If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work with a company that values safety, development, and team spirit — apply now and join us at DS Smith! 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, 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 To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.