Packer

**Job description**

**We are currently looking to recruit General Operatives/Packers to work with our client based in Cookstown, BT80.**

**You will be part of the gap personnel team working on an ongoing basis at Cookstown Foods**

**The role of the General Operative/Packer**

You will have a key part to play in the production of the finished pork product, by having specific responsibilities for packaging, labelling and checking.
- Checking the product against specifications (size, weight, colour, packaging etc).
- Adjusting machine settings to handle changes from one size/type of product to another - Depending on role.
- Identifying errors/faults and reporting these to the Team Leader
- Packing goods ready for shipment in crates, boxes or dolays (as required), against quantity and layout specifications.
- Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness procedures are followed at all times.
- Competently performing any other tasks for which training has been completed and signed off.
- Being an ambassador for the business at all times, behaving in a professional and courteous manner with both internal / external customers.
- Strict adherence to Health & Safety rules and procedures. It is every employee’s duty, no matter what their position within the Company is, to assist the employer with its responsibilities towards Health and Safety.
- Strict adherence to Health & Safety rules and procedures. To assist the employer with its responsibilities towards Health and Safety.
- Attending and taking active part in various training activities or helping with training of other colleagues.

**Skills required**:

- Attention to detail/good observational skills to spot faults/contamination.
- Ability to work quickly in order to meet production targets.
- Good team working skills and the ability to work on own.
- Ability to follow strict health & safety guidelines and quality procedures.
- Patience to carry out repetitive tasks.
- Self-motivation.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to change as required.
- **Available shifts**:_
- Monday to Friday AM or PM shift
- AM - 6.30am - 3.00pm and 7.00am - 3.30pm
- PM - 4.00pm -12.00am
- **Salary**_:

- AM shift - £10.73 per hour
- PM shift - £12.34 per hour
- Overtime: Up to £16.10 after 40 hours
- **Company Benefits**:_
- Free onsite parking
- Canteen

**Transport required**:

- Own transport is required due to the location
- **Roles available**:_
- Ongoing
- **Other information**:_
- Temp to perm opportunities.
- Upskilling training is provided.
- Full Training is provided.
- Brand new site - great time to join.

**Job reference**:

- NRC009

**Call the office on **0333 344 6977

**Send us a message on **07485 301489

**Please state your**
- Name
- Phone number
- Where you saw the job advert
- And quote NRC009
- **gap personnel who are operating as an employment business**_

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm

**Salary**: £10.73-£16.10 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NRC009-1

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm

**Salary**: £10.73-£16.10 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Canteen
- Company pension
- Free parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: NRC009-1