Packaging Operative Manchester, England
Job description
Packaging Operative
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Packaging Operative to join the team at Joseph Holt Ltd on a permanent contract.
Who are we?
Joseph Holt is an independent, six-generation family-owned company, with 127 pubs across the Northwest, ranging from traditional community pubs, food led destination pubs and some with onsite letting rooms. Since 1849 we have been brewing a wide range of award-winning beers in our Manchester brewery, which have won 5 Gold Medals at the International Brewing Awards in the last 12 years alone. Alongside this, we have an ever-expanding Free Trade and sell beer to multiple types of accounts across the country. We are a friendly, family run Brewery and Pub Company that are passionate about what we do and the people who work for us as well as supporting several charities.
The Role:
As Packaging Team operator, you will work as part of a team on the packaging line, operating the equipment used to clean, prepare, and fill casks and kegs with beer.
Key Responsibilities:
· Stock Rotation
· FLT & electronic pallet truck operation
· Use of chemicals (CIPs)
· Manual handling
· Achieving daily/weekly production targets
· Working closely with team members and other departments
· Keep working areas clean & tidy.
The successful candidate:
· An understanding of manufacturing packaging lines and practices
· Ability to establish good working relationships both internally and externally.
· Reliable and a flexible attitude to work.
Hard working, with a positive, can-do attitude.
Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and develop.
· Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time and prioritise workload effectively.
· Effective written and verbal communication skills.
· In possession of a forklift Licence or willing to work towards obtaining a forklift licence
· Good level of physical fitness
What we offer:
· 23 days holiday a year (+ an extra day each year up to a maximum of 28 days) + 5 bank holidays
· Company discount card - 20% off food and drink when purchased together. 20% off accommodation
· Company-wide celebrations and awards – Christmas & Summer Parties, Various fundraising events and Star of the Month
· Company Contributory Pension Scheme
· Employee Assistant Programme – available 24/7, 365 days a year
· Incredible external discounts and rewards scheme
· Ongoing training and induction
· Free onsite parking
· The chance to gain a qualification through our apprentice scheme
· Long Service Awards – 10, 20, 30-, and 40-year awards
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £26,326.09 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Transport links
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person