Packaging Operative - Nights

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Packaging Operative in a global business with a turnover exceeding £2 billion. This role offers a chance to advance your career while managing the packaging store area, ensuring stock accuracy, and enhancing operational efficiency. Join a team that values reliability, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including discounts and health support, this position is perfect for individuals looking to make a significant impact in the food industry.

Benefits

10% Asda In-store Discount

Colleague Bonus Scheme

Paid Annual Leave

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Health and Wellbeing Support

Grocery Aid Support Services

Asda Mobile Discount (30%)

Free Parking

Ride-to-work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in the Fresh Produce or Food Industry is desirable.
• Knowledge of BRC or Food Safety standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the packaging store area and monitor stock according to policies.
• Conduct stock counts and investigate packaging waste.

Skills

KPI Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Auditing Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Tools

WLP2

Excel

Microsoft Office

MHE License

Job description

Job Description:

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Packaging Operative to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career within a global business with a turnover of over £2 billion.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the packaging store area, including monitoring stock and equipment according to company policies.

Work Schedule: 4 on 4 off, 7pm - 7am (Nights)

Key Responsibilities:

• Print labels using WLP2
• Conduct stock counts, reconcile discrepancies, and monitor stock on lines
• Investigate packaging waste and losses
• Manage WLP2 label confirmations and designs
• Update packaging KPIs
• Verify closed jobs to ensure correct packaging allocation

Requirements:

• Experience working with KPIs
• Experience in the Fresh Produce or Food Industry (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills
• Reliability and flexibility
• Attention to detail, both numerically and logically
• Auditing skills
• MHE License
• Knowledge of BRC or Food Safety standards (desirable)
• Knowledge of PR2 or similar systems (desirable)
• Intermediate Excel and Microsoft skills (desirable)

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 10% Asda In-store Discount
• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Paid Annual Leave (varies by shift pattern)
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
• Help@hand health and wellbeing support
• Grocery Aid support services
• Asda Mobile Discount (30%)
• Asda Pet Insurance discount (up to 10%)
• Exclusive exchange rates via Asda Money
• Ride-to-work scheme
• Free parking
• Additional benefits depending on job band, including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentives