Job description
Exciting opportunities for exceptional individuals to compliment a currently existing team. The environment is semi-automated and will require candidates to be multi skilled in different tasks within the K2.5 factory – full training will be provided, although some familiarity in food preparation/ manufacture would be advantageous to the right candidate, along with a willingness and determination to overcome manufacturing challenges. Teamwork and communications are paramount to our success along with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.There are some manual activities, so applicants must be in good physical condition with no back or mobility problems. The product to be lifted may weigh up to 12kg- but this is not continuous.We run an all year round business packing ice cubes for major retailers – this does not mean it is a cold environment – its just a cold product we handle!There is a strong request for flexibility required regarding shifts and overtime during our PEAK season manufacture, we are currently in our OFF PEAK season.BENEFITS£423.80 per week (£10.59 per hour)Nights (£10.59 per hour + £1.35 Night shift allowance)40 hours Sunday to Thursday from 10pm to 6amFlexibility regarding hours worked is a paramount in this rolePaid rest breaks (2 x 30 minutes) Work for 35 hours get paid for 40 hoursWeekly PayWelcome bonus £750 after completing 12 weeks*Authorised overtime is required throughout the peak period and is paid at x1.5 basic payAll Personal Protective Equipment provided free of chargeEquivalent of 5.6 weeks statutory holiday leave rising to 6.6 weeksHealthcare cash back scheme after 1 month includes:Access to a 24/7 GPEmployee Assistance ProgrammeExclusive member discounts and benefitsRecommend a Friend SchemeEnhanced Maternity Pay*2 weeks Full Pay Paternity leave*Free IceLunch A MonthREQUIREMENTSApplicants must be aged over 18 due to shifts and working hoursExperience of working in a fast-moving production environment would be desirableKnowledge and previous experience of production machines is again desirable but not essential as full training will be providedSelf-motivated, punctual and productiveMust be in good physical condition with no back or mobility problemsKEY RESPONSIBILITIESUndertake a varied range of production tasks including ensuring the production system always has sufficient pallets and safely and hygienically change rolls of filmTo ensure all machinery is running correctly, and report any issues to the Manager/EngineerTo ensure ice is packed into boxes and palletise ready for despatch using the latest roboticsCorrectly build and despatch orders ensuring that paperwork is clear and concise, pallets are correctly labelled, and delivery paperwork is reconciled -again fully automated.Support and deliver food safety and health & safety standardsAssist other team members to achieve the operational objectivesWork to the highest quality standards, adhering to all company policies, procedures working safely and ensuring a safe working environmentBe responsible for personal development, identifying training requirements and communicating them to relevant partiesJob Types: Full-timePlease not applicants must be ages 18 or aboveSalary: £10.59 per hour (40 hrs per week) + (£1.35 NSA)*Welcome bonus £750 after completing 12 weeks employment with 100% attendance*6 weeks 100% maternity pay followed by additional £100 for 33 weeks on top of statutory maternity (after 1 years’ service)*2 weeks full paid paternity leave (must qualify for statutory paternity leave for full paid leave)Job Types: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: £11.94 per hourBenefits:Additional leaveBereavement leaveCasual dressCompany eventsDiscounted or free foodEmployee discountEnhanced maternity leaveEnhanced paternity leaveFree parkingOn-site parkingReferral programmeSchedule:8 hour shiftNight shiftOvertimeWeekend availabilitySupplemental pay types:Signing bonusExperience:Food manufacturing: 1 year (required)Work Location: In personExpected start date: 23/10/2023