Production Operative - Vertical Baggers

Avara Foods; Hereford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71 per hour

Shift allowance £0.65 per hour

28 days holiday (full year)

Paid Weekly

Overtime opportunities

Refer a friend bonus £250

Staff canteen

Staff shop

Cycle to work

Job summary

Avara Foods Ltd. in Hereford seeks Production Operatives for a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will join a fast-paced FMCG factory, receiving full training and working on a 40-hour weekly rota including early and late shifts.

No experience is required as comprehensive training is provided. The role involves weighing, packing, labeling and quality checks, with a guaranteed weekly earnings of at least £534 before overtime; benefits include subsidised canteen, staff shop, and cycle-to-work scheme.

Qualifications

• Good level of English and basic numeracy.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Good attention to detail and flexibility with tasks.
• Full training provided; previous production/manufacturing experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Weighing, assembling and packing products for dispatch.
• Labelling, inspecting and grading products.
• Manual handling up to 20 kg.

Skills

Good level of English

Basic numeracy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexible attitude

Job description

About The Role

FTC 6 months

Do you want to earn a minimum of £534 per week? We’re looking for Production Operatives to join our team based at our Grandstand Road in Hereford!

No experience necessary, full training is provided!

The Benefits Of Working For Avara Foods

As production operative you’ll be involved in the production and packaging of raw food products.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive training as well as continuous development as you build your long-term career with us. You can also look forward to benefits that amongst other things, include the following:

• £12.71 per hour
• Additional £0.65 shift allowance per hour
• 28 days holiday allowance ( for a full year )
• Paid Weekly
• Secure contract, guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime
• Earn a minimum of £534 per week
• Earn £ 250 for every friend or family member you refer for a job with us*
• Subsidised staff canteen serving hot food
• Staff shop / staff sales at hugely discounted prices
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ts & Cs apply

Working Hours

40 hours per week rotational shift pattern

05:00-14:00 Monday to Friday

14:00-23:00 Sunday to Thursday

About The Role

So you’ll be working in a fast-paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment which is noisy and refrigerated in some areas, manufacturing short shelf life products where hygiene standards are critical.

Duties Include

• Weighing, assembling and packing products ready for despatch.
• Labelling , inspecting and grading of products
• Manual handling which can include lifting equipment and products up to 20kg

What are we looking for?

• Good level of English and basic numeracy skills
• The ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively
• Good attention to detail and a flexible attitude to tasks
• Experience within a production/manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided

Who are we, and what do we do?

You may not have heard of us, but there’s a good chance you’ve enjoyed our products. Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants.

We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door - meaning we have careers that cover a whole range of functions. We have major processing sites across England and Wales, and an agricultural network of over 350 farms, spanning from North Yorkshire to the South Coast and Wales.

A Little About Our Hereford Site

Our advanced manufacturing site in Hereford is one of our main processing facilities, processing up to 2 million birds per week. There are over 1500 talented people employed at our Hereford site, helping us to deliver high quality products to our customers and making the business a trusted leader in fresh foods. We`ve recently invested £1.2 million in technology and equipment, making it one of the most advanced food manufacturing facilities in the UK.

What happens after you apply for this role?

After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer from our Hereford site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.

If you’re ready to work in a dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!

Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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