Goods In Operative - Day Shift

Extons Foods Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

28 days holiday incl. BH

Birthday day off

Health cash plan

Pension scheme

Staff cheese shop discount

Job summary

Extons Foods Ltd is seeking a Goods Operative to unload and book in inbound goods, using MHE to maximise space and accuracy. You will follow strict intake procedures and maintain records in the warehouse management system, while upholding food safety and HACCP standards.

Based in Manchester, the role runs Monday to Friday from 6am to 2pm, with duties across Debox production, Packing Room, and Out-loading during peak periods. A supportive team and growth within a family-run business are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in QA or food safety within food manufacturing, dairy experience advantageous.
• Good understanding of HACCP, GMP and retailer standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and thorough documentation.
• Strong observational skills and ability to identify non-conformances.
• Clear communication across all levels of the business.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries with forklift and pump truck.
• Accurately book in deliveries in line with paperwork.
• Follow intake procedures and maintain records in the warehouse management system.
• Put away and move material using a scanner.
• Work in a temperature-controlled environment handling decanting and movement of goods.
• Adhere to hygiene and food safety standards.
• Use space and MHE efficiently while meeting health & safety requirements.
• Support other areas by servicing Debox production, Packing Room and Out-loading during busy periods.

Skills

QA experience

Food safety

HACCP

GMP

Attention to detail

Communication

Numeracy

Tools

Quality management system

Job description

About Us:

Established in 2000, Extons Foods are now one of the UKs largest independent cheese processing companies supplying sliced, grated, block and continental cheese to wholesalers, retailers, and sandwich manufacturers. We have continually grown and we’re not slowing down! A Family Run business with a friendly hands‑on approach.

Role Description:

As a Goods Operative, you will be responsible for unloading and accurately booking in goods delivered to site, whilst completing the necessary inbound checks required to maintain compliance. You will use MHE to effectively utilise space, label pallets and maintain accurate records within the system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Unload deliveries with the use of a Forklift and pump truck.
• Accurately book in deliveries in accordance with paperwork.
• Strictly follow the goods intake procedures and processes whilst accurately maintaining records in the warehouse management system.
• Put away and move material accurately with the use of a scanner.
• Work in a temperature‑controlled environment, decanting and moving goods.
• Understand and adhere to company hygiene and food safety standards.
• Use space and MHE efficiently ensuring workplace health & safety requirements are met.
• Collaborating with peers and superiors to maximise efficiencies and best practice.
• You are expected to support other areas of the business by;
  • Servicing Debox production with raw materials.
  • Servicing Packing Room with Dry Goods.
  • Supporting the Out‑loading team in busy periods.
    

Personal Attributes:

• Previous experience in a QA or food safety role within food manufacturing (dairy experience advantageous).
• Good understanding of food safety standards such as HACCP, GMP, and BRC.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical, thorough approach to checks and documentation
• Strong observational skills and the confidence to identify and challenge non‑conformances
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally across all levels of the business, from production operatives to senior management
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple checks and priorities within a fast‑paced production environment
• Sound numeracy and record‑keeping skills
• Basic computer literacy, including comfort using quality management systems and Microsoft Office
• Experience with audits, non‑conformance reporting and corrective actions
• Knowledge of allergen controls, traceability, and retailer standards
  

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday 6am - 2pm
• Site based

Benefits:

• Free parking, within proximity to all major travel networks
• 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holiday, increasing with service
• An extra day off for your birthday!
• Health cash plan (Medicash), after 3 months
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension scheme – employer 4% and employee 5%
• Company paid events throughout the year
• FREE pack of cheese every week plus a discounted staff cheese shop
• Doughnut Fridays
• Free fruit on a Tuesday

Please note we unfortunately do not offer sponsorship for work visas or immigration. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK to be considered for this role.

Learn more about Extons Foods at https://www.extonsfoods.com/