Senior Packhouse Operative

Westland Nurseries; Offenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend premium pay

Training and development

Vivup wellbeing support platform

Employee perks - monthly food truck /s

Job summary

Westland Nurseries is seeking a reliable senior packhouse operative to join our busy production team. In a fast-paced fresh produce environment you will ensure products are packed accurately, safely and to high quality standards.

Responsibilities include operating packing lines, weighing products, maintaining hygiene and helping with start-up checks. Training will be provided, with weekend premiums and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work.
• Experience in food production or packing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Pack and weigh products accurately according to daily orders.
• Set up and monitor packing lines and machinery.
• Maintain product quality and report issues promptly.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and on time.
• Support housekeeping and safety standards across the packhouse.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic senior packhouse operative to join our busy production team. Working within a fast paced fresh produce environment, you will play a key role in ensuring products are packed accurately, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with previous experience in a food production envirnoment who enjoy hands on work, and contributing to the production of high quality products for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Packing and weighing products accurately in line with daily customer orders.
• Setting up and monitoring packing machinery lines.
• Achieving required productivity and output targets.
• Monitoring product quality and reporting any issues promptly.
• Handling products carefully and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Following all Health & Safety and Food Hygiene requirements.
• Completing, checking, and signing production paperwork accurately.
• Carrying out start up checks and technical procedures, including scale calibrations.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards throughout the packhouse.
• Setting up and operating packing lines, machinery, and labelling equipment.
• Providing cover for colleagues during breaks to support smooth operations.
• Cleaning machinery and equipment as required (full training provided).
• Rotating across different production lines and workstations as directed.
• Supporting product preparation activities, including mixing, weighing, and labelling products.
• Using recycling equipment, including cardboard compactors.
• Restocking workstations with packaging materials and consumables.
• Supporting colleagues to ensure all daily workloads are completed efficiently.
• Undertaking additional duties as required to support the wider business operation.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 6:00am to finish (approx 3pm/4pm)
Rotational Saturdays 6:00am to finish (approx 11am) (Weekend premium pay rate)

Key Requirements:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely.
• Reliable and punctual with a flexible approach to work.
• Strong team player with good communication skills.
• Previous experience within food production, manufacturing, packing, or warehouse environments would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay.
• Training and development.
• Weekend premium pay.
• Access to Vivup wellbeing support platform.
• Employee perks - monthly food truck/events.
• Opportunity to develop skills and progress within the business.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Stable employment within a growing fresh produce business.