Nightshift Assembler

Ashton Recruitment Ltd.; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Ashton Recruitment Ltd. is looking for a reliable Nightshift Assembler to join a busy Belfast production team. You will assemble fruit and vegetable products to production plans, pack accurately, and carry out quality checks for fresh produce ready for next-day distribution.

Working the night shift, you will typically do 4 x 10-hour shifts (8:00pm–6:30am) with overtime opportunities. The role offers £12.71 per hour plus a £95 monthly attendance bonus in West Belfast.

Qualifications

• Night shifts on a rolling 3-week rota.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift/move products.
• Strong attention to detail in a busy production environment.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fruit and vegetable products according to production plans and customer requirements.
• Pack products accurately to meet daily production schedules.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure freshness, appearance, and specification standards.
• Remove damaged or sub-standard produce from the production process.
• Label and package products correctly for dispatch.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic working environment and follow safety procedures.
• Operate packing and production equipment safely when trained.
• Report equipment faults, quality issues, and safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Night shift

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Looking for a stable nightshift role with a growing business in Belfast?

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Nightshift Assembler to join our clients Production team. If you enjoy working in a busy environment, take pride in accuracy, and want to be part of a team that ensures high-quality fresh produce reaches customers every day, we encourage you to apply.

As a Nightshift Assembler, you'll play a vital role in preparing, assembling, and packing fresh produce to customer specifications. Working as part of the night operations team, you'll help ensure orders are completed accurately, safely, and on time for next-day distribution.

Location

West Belfast

Rate of pay

£12.71 per hour + £95.00 monthly attendance bonus

Hours of Work

• 4 x 10-hour shifts per week
• Between 8pm and 6.30am
• Rolling 3-week rota
• Overtime opportunities available during peak periods

What You'll Be Doing

• Assemble fruit and vegetable products according to production plans and customer requirements.
• Pack products accurately to meet daily production schedules.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet freshness, appearance, and specification standards.
• Remove damaged or sub-standard produce from the production process.
• Label and package products correctly for dispatch.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic working environment.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and Health & Safety procedures.
• Operate packing and production equipment safely when trained and authorised.
• Assist with stock rotation and minimise product waste.
• Report equipment faults, quality issues, and safety concerns promptly.
• Work closely with colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth nightshift operations.
• Meet productivity and performance targets while maintaining quality standards.

Essential Requirements

• Ability to work night shifts on a rolling 3-week rota in a cold working environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform effectively in a busy production environment.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Physically fit and capable of standing for long periods.
• Ability to safely lift and move products in line with manual handling procedures.
• Good communication skills.
• A positive team-player attitude.
• Computer literate.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in food production, packing, warehouse, manufacturing, or assembly roles.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Experience handling fresh produce.
• Manual handling certification.
• Basic knowledge of quality control procedures.

Ashton Recruitment are acting as an employment business.