Packer

Pladis Global; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

days holiday

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Colleague Discount scheme

Reward Gateway for benefits Happiness 

Free onsite parking

Long service awards

Staff shop

Job summary

pladis Carr’s factory in Carlisle is seeking a motivated packer to support producing high-quality biscuits. You will manually pack products, check quality, and ensure safe, efficient operations on the line, collaborating with colleagues to meet production targets.

The role requires basic numeracy, dexterity and good teamwork in a busy manufacturing environment. Training and employee benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Basic numerical and literacy knowledge.
• Manual dexterity.
• Basic communication skills.
• Basic problem recognition.
• Previous knowledge of manufacturing environment.
• Excellent team working skills.

Responsibilities

• Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching).
• Visually check for foreign matter / hazards.
• Ensure quality of biscuits being packed is within product specifications.
• Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards.
• Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output.
• Report any problems to Packing Supervisor.
• Ensure housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained.
• Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.
• Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line.
• Minimise Waste and re-cycle all product effectively.

Skills

Basic numerical literacy

Manual dexterity

Basic communication skills

Basic problem recognition

Previous knowledge of manufacturing

Excellent team working skills

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to bepurpose-led,resilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility, we insist oncollaborationand demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

Salary: £,

Working Hours: Monday - Friday am - pm

Location: Carlisle, Church Street, Cumbria, CA TG

What’s it like working at the factory?

Proud to be part of the pladis family, Carr’s have been crafting the UK’s favourite biscuits and cakes since . We’re the oldest biscuit factory in the world producing some of our most loved products including Carr’s Crackers, McVitie’s Custard Creams, Bourbons and Ginger Nuts to name just a few!

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

• days holiday
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Colleague Discount scheme
• Reward Gateway for benefits Happiness Hub - access to retailer discounts and much more
• Free onsite parking
• Long service awards
• Staff shop

Progress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality products.

What will this role achieve?

Will be able to carry out packing tasks and work well with others when packing and feeding biscuits, following all site requirements.And alsoneed to be proactive with a positive attitude and committed to keeping high production standards while working as part of a busy team

What will be your key deliverables?

• Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)
• Visually check for foreign matter / hazards
• Ensure quality of biscuits being packed is within product specifications
• Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards.
• Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output.
• Report any problems to Packing Supervisor
• Ensure housekeeping and hygiene standards aremaintained.
• Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.
• Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line.
• Minimise Waste and re-cycle all product effectively

Bring your experience

Essential

• Basic numerical and literacy knowledge
• Manual dexterity
• Basic communication skills
• Basic problem recognition
• Previousknowledge of manufacturing environment
• Excellent team working skills

What does the recruitment process consist of?

Assessments Workplace English assessment. These should take around - minutes to complete.

Interview – minutecompetency-based interview based on our company values and your experience.

If you are an internal candidate - depending on your current role, you may notbe requiredto complete the assessment

Best mix of ingredients

Positive – Self-motivated, optimistic, adventurous, and inspiring.

Resilient – Quick to adapt to change, fast learner, and persistent in the face of setbacks.

Collaborative – Willing to work with others for mutual success.

Purpose Led – Energised by our promise to deliver happiness to the world with every bite.

Agile – Ever evolving, never satisfied and never standing still.

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every excellent recipewe’rea thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to workthat’sas diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives andnew ideashelp us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business. We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.