Production Operative

Kepak Group; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 14,445 - 20,573; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days Annual Leave (After Probation)

Subsidised Canteen

Employee Benefits Platform

Pension Plan

Refer A Friend Scheme

Training & Development

On-Site Parking

Cycle To Work Scheme

PPE And Work Wear Provided

Weekly Paid

Job summary

Kepak Group, located in Bodmin, is hiring a full-time Production Operative to join the Slaughtering Department. The role involves scribing and splitting beef, adhering to health and safety regulations, and working efficiently in a team. Previous experience in food production is advantageous. Employees enjoy benefits such as 31 days of annual leave, a subsidized canteen, and a pension plan. The position offers a competitive rate of £12.71 per hour and requires physical stamina for lifting tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within the food production industry is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Understanding of and commitment to following health and safety regulations.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects as required.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to interact with colleagues and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Scribe and split beef into quarters and rehang hind quarters as directed.
• Lift weights and move around the factory floor without assistance.
• Familiarize with daily production plan and setup the line.
• Perform hygiene and safety checks as directed.
• Report breakages or damages to the Line Supervisor.
• Ensure product is of the highest standard.
• Adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Report risks or evidence of unsafe conditions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to work efficiently

Job description

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods.

Kepak St. Merryn in Bodmin is a beef processing facility. We offer beef products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand‑selected by our master butchers, we produce beef products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

We are seeking a motivated individual to join the team as a Production Operative and Humper at our Bodmin site.

This is a full time, permanent position working in our Slaughtering Department. Starting at 6.30am and working until production finishes Monday to Friday, with a salary of £12.71 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Scribe and split beef into quarters and rehang hind quarters as directed by their supervisor, to customer specification.
• Be able to lift weights and be able to move around the factory floor without assistance for the shift duration.
• Be familiar with the daily production plan and work as part of the team to set up the line, complete checks and ensure materials are ready to use.
• Perform all pre‑start, hygiene and safety checks as directed.
• Report all breakages, damages, or defaults of equipment to the Line Supervisor, ensuring all equipment/machinery is only used when it is safe to use. Record checks as and when directed.
• Ensure that the product is of the highest standard and report any issues to the Line supervisor immediately.
• Reporting any accidents or near misses is expected and assistance with any investigation is a prerequisite of the Company’s safety policy.
• Always adhere to Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Act in a responsible manner following all safety regulations; safe work practices, SOPs, TBRA’s and never risking one’s own safety.
• Ensure compliance with PPE policies and procedures.
• Other duties will be part of the role from time to time – this will be specified by your direct line Supervisor.
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out of specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within the food production industry is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Understanding of and commitment to following health and safety regulations.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects as required.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to interact with colleagues and supervisors.

Benefits

• 31 days Annual Leave (After Probation)
• Subsidised Canteen
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Pension Plan
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Training & Development
• On‑Site Parking
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• PPE And Work Wear Provided
• Weekly Paid