Honey Intake Operative

Valeo; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking individuals to join their Honey Intake Team. Roles available include Team Leader and Operative. You will be responsible for unloading containers, maintaining product traceability, and ensuring high hygiene standards. A positive safety attitude and strong teamwork skills are essential. Experience with RF systems is a plus, and opportunities for training are available. Join us to develop your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary £29,286.40

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Proactive mindset with a focus on safety and teamwork.
• Experience with IFS and RF systems is an advantage.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload containers and manage labeling and storage.
• Complete receiving paperwork promptly for product traceability.
• Conduct inventory checks and report any stock concerns.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Numeracy

Tools

IFS systems

RF systems

Forklift (Counterbalance, motorised pallet truck)

Job description

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic and reliable team players to join our Honey Intake Team – the vital first step in ensuring every drop of Rowse Honey meets our high standards. Whether you’re an experienced Team Leader ready to take charge or a motivated Operative looking to grow your career in food manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload containers and handle the labelling, inspection, and storage of drums and IBCs.
• Complete all receiving paperwork accurately and on time to maintain full product traceability.
• Use the RF system to pick and load drums into cabinets and hot rooms.
• Conduct sampling, inventory checks, and elevate any stock or quality concerns.
• Work closely with your team and other departments to meet unloading and picking schedules.
• Maintain high hygiene, housekeeping, and biosecurity standards in all intake areas.
• Perform equipment safety checks, reporting faults or damage promptly.
• Champion Health & Safety, using PPE correctly and reporting hazards.
• Take part in ongoing training and development to support your success in the role.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude to safety and teamwork.
• A proactive mindset, with good problem solving and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Numeracy and data accuracy skills.
• Experience with IFS and RF systems is an advantage (training provided).
• A forklift licence (Counterbalance, motorised pallet truck) is desirable.
• Grab and ramp training experience is a plus (training available).

What We Offer

• Salary £29,286.40
• Excellent career opportunities.
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%.
• Death in service.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Retailer discount platform.
• Staff discount.
• And plenty more!