Potato Grader - Farm work

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is recruiting for a seasonal Potato Grader in the TF6 area. You will sort and grade potatoes on a production line, ensuring only high-quality produce is packed for distribution.

Start times vary from 7:00am to 9:00am with finish times up to 7:00pm. Weekend work may be required during busy periods. Own transport is essential due to rural location; full training provided.

Qualifications

• Seasonal farm role with training provided.
• Own transport essential due to rural site.
• Flexibility to work weekends during busy periods.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Previous farm experience beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and grade potatoes to size and quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe production area.
• Work efficiently on a fast-paced line.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Own transport

Reliability

Flexibility with hours

Stand for long periods

Weekend availability

Education

No specific education required

Job description

• TF6 Area The Best Connection are currently recruiting Potato Graders for one of our well-established clients based in the TF6 area.

Please note: This is seasonal work only, with the season expected to finish around the end of October.

Due to the start and finish times and the rural location of the site, there is no suitable public transport available, therefore own transport is essential.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who can be flexible with working hours and are available to work weekends during busier periods.

Hours Start times between 7:00am and 9:00am, depending on daily orders.

Finish times vary depending on workload but will be no later than 7:00pm.

Weekend work may be required during peak periods.

About the Role You will be responsible for sorting and grading potatoes on a production line, ensuring that only high-quality produce is packed and prepared for distribution.

Key Responsibilities Inspect and grade potatoes according to size and quality standards.

Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Work efficiently as part of a fast-paced production team.

Follow site procedures and Health & Safety guidelines at all times.

Requirements Own transport is essential due to the location and lack of public transport.

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Reliable and punctual attitude.

Flexible with working hours, including weekends when required.

Previous farm or agricultural experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

No previous grading experience necessary as full training will be provided.

What We Offer Immediate starts available.

Full training provided.

Friendly team environment.

Seasonal work through to approximately the end of October.

Opportunity to gain valuable agricultural experience.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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