Central Despatch Operative

4 weeks ago


Brackley, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Avara Foods Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and diligent Central Despatch operative to join our Avara Foods team as a Cratewash specialist.

About the Position:

As a key member of our Cratewash team, you will be responsible for ensuring that hygiene standards are consistently met, contributing to our high standard of cleanliness required for food manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. To fully understand and comply with all department and company policies and guidelines.
  2. To maintain housekeeping and hygiene standards individually and as part of a team.
  3. Compliance with food safety and HSE guidelines.
  4. Supporting Cratewash duties and site improvements.
  5. Complete all relevant paperwork to ensure traceability in the event of a process problem/issue.
  6. Ensure stock is correctly rotated.
  7. Complete schedule to supply crates and pallets.
  8. Co-operate in the continuous improvement of quality, safety, and productivity standards.
  9. Handling/lifting of crates averaging 18kg.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Communication and working as part of a team (essential).
  • NVQ Level 2 in Food Manufacturing (desirable).
  • Basic Food Hygiene certificate (desirable).
  • Manual Handling training (desirable).
  • Pallet Truck Licence (desirable).
  • Fork Lift Truck Licence (desirable).

We offer a competitive hourly rate of £11.90 plus shift allowance £1.23, opportunities for overtime, and a secure contract with guaranteed hours. You will also receive training and development opportunities from day one. Earn £250 for every friend or family member you refer for a job with us. Please apply for this internal opportunity via our careers website.



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