We have a new job opportunities for General Factory Operatives at our state-of-the-art food manufacturing factory, based in Haverfordwest.
We have roles within our production, grading and fork Lift operations.
Please include in your CV the role you are applying for
About the candidate
You do not need previous experience in this kind of work as we will provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important to us is that you have the skills and attitudes to do the job well and that you have pride in doing a good job.
Details of the role - Production Operative/Grading
You will be responsible for:
- Grading, packing BDUS and stacking trays;
- Operating plant and equipment designed to sort, grade, wash and pack fresh produce;
- Operating a pallet truck within the packaging and cold store areas to ensure the efficient and effective movement of produce to meet operational needs;
- Ensuring that products are packed, labelled and stored correctly;
- Escalating problems with plant, machinery or product quality to a line leader, in a timely and proactive manner;
- Keeping your work area clean, tidy and safe.
Details of the role - FLT Herbert
- To undertake a range of routine tasks associated with the handling of raw material in pre-production areas.
- The job holder will carry out some or all of the following tasks depending upon experience and training
- This is a physically demanding role. The job holder maybe required to lift 25kg weights unaided.
- Responsible for the flow of raw material from storage areas to the herbert and washline. This would include tasks such as handling potato boxes, de-stacking and stacking boxes at height.
- Communicating stock levels with management staff to always maintain satisfactory levels
- Responsible for the loading, unloading and rotation of raw material in storage areas
- Working with Pre-production Leaders to execute herbert or washing operations in line with daily requirements
- Conducting and reporting of accurate weekly and period end stock counts
- To support the training new forklift drivers as instructed
- Ensure that all checks and pre-production checks are completed and any anomalies reported
Hours
Full time (40 hrs per week)
Opportunity to work overtime
You will work a variable shift pattern including weekends and bank holidays
You should:
· Be a strong team-player
· Have strong communication skills, verbal and written
· Be able to follow instructions
· Have good initiative
· Be willing to be flexible to cover shifts across every day of the week
- Be able to get to and from work for 7am and late in the evening
Pay and Benefits
- £12.71 - £13.09 per hour dependant on role
- Overtime paid at the rate of time and a quarter
- Company bonus scheme
- Company pension
- Opportunities for learning and growth
- Staff Social events
Who we are
We are now the largest supplier of Welsh produce in Wales, supplying a wide variety of potatoes and seasonal vegetables to multiple major retailers and wholesalers. We pride ourselves on giving our farmers a fair deal, always remaining true to our collective roots, meaning that when we do well, they do well. We also take our corporate and social responsibilities seriously and are continuously looking for new ways to support the environment, biodiversity and the local community. We are innovative and are continually investing in new technologies and our people to make us an employer of choice within a fast pace sector.
Inclusion and Diversity
Puffin Produce is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71-£13.09 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
