Stock Control Operative

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training and development opportunities

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Medical/mental health support

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd in Arbroath is seeking a reliable Stock Control Operative to ensure incoming materials are received, stored and issued to production while maintaining quality and traceability standards.

This on-site, full-time role involves working in chilled environments, 40 hours per week, with early mornings (04:30–13:00) Mon–Fri and a Sunday rotation every four weeks. Training is provided, and you will collaborate across departments to minimise waste and support production.

Qualifications

• GMP and food hygiene knowledge
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in health & safety practices

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and book in raw materials and ingredients using stock control systems
• Carry out quality and temperature checks on deliveries and report non-conforming goods
• Manage storage of materials in chilled areas with accurate labelling and temperature control
• Issue materials to production in a timely and controlled manner; support stock rotation
• Assist with stock decanting and defrosting; prepare ingredients for production
• Monitor stock levels and conduct regular stock counts (daily, weekly, monthly)
• Keep storage areas clean, organized and compliant with hygiene standards
• Complete concession logs and disposal forms accurately
• Communicate with other departments (e.g., Technical or Planning)
• Support training of new or temporary team members
• Participate in internal and customer audits as required
• Carry out additional duties as directed by line manager; follow health, safety and food hygiene procedures
• This role involves working in chilled environments and requires PPE and training

Job description

Location: On site / Arbroath DD11, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Agriculture, Fishing, Forestry and Food Processing | General
Salary: Competitive salary

Role: Stock Control Operative

Location: Arbroath

Hours of Work: Full-time; 40 hours per week, flexibility required

04:30–13:00 Monday to Friday, and one Sunday every 4 weeks on a rotational basis

Pay: Competitive, depending on entry-level skills and/or experience

Company Overview & Benefits

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers, supplying high-quality chilled and frozen seafood products to some of the biggest names in retail and foodservice. Our focus is on innovation, food safety, and working together as a team to deliver excellence every day.

• Competitive hourly pay
• Weekly pay
• Training and development opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Medical/mental health support
• Life insurance
• Supportive team environment
• Cycle to work scheme

Job Overview

We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Stock Control Operative to join our busy operations team within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring raw materials and ingredients are accurately received, stored, moved, and supplied to production in line with quality and traceability standards. You’ll work closely with other departments across the site to maintain stock integrity, minimise waste, and support efficient production.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in attention to detail, and wants to be part of a team that helps deliver great-tasting products to UK consumers.

Main Responsibilities

• Receive, check and book in raw materials and ingredients using our stock control systems
• Carry out quality and temperature checks on incoming deliveries and report any non-conforming goods
• Manage the storage of materials in chilled areas, ensuring accurate labelling and temperature control
• Issue materials to production teams in a timely and controlled manner, supporting effective stock rotation
• Assist with stock decanting and defrosting, preparing ingredients for production as required
• Monitor stock levels and complete regular stock counts (daily, weekly, and monthly)
• Keep all storage areas clean, well-organised, and compliant with hygiene and food safety standards
• Complete records such as concession logs and disposal forms with accuracy
• Communicate effectively with other departments, e.g. Technical or Planning teams
• Support training of new or temporary team members
• Take part in internal and customer audits as required
• Carry out additional duties as and when required by your line manager
• Follow all site health, safety, and food hygiene procedures

This is a physically active role that involves working in chilled environments and includes manual handling tasks. Appropriate PPE and training will be provided.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Self-motivated and reliable, with a positive attitude
• Able to work independently
• Highly organised with good numerical and analytical skills
• A strong team player with excellent verbal and written communication
• Experienced in GMP, food hygiene, and health & safety practices
• Knowledgeable in allergen control, CCP, and listeria awareness (training can be provided)
• Previous experience in food production, stock control, or warehouse environments is a plus, but not essential

Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.