Packing Operative

Kepak is a leading food producer in Europe, with a strong focus on meat craft, trusted quality, and excellent service. With 15 manufacturing plants across the UK and Ireland, our company takes pride in our long-standing heritage and commitment to sustainability and animal welfare. We prioritize innovation and inspirational nutrition to drive our business forward and continue developing and growing.

As a Boning Hall Packer at our Bodmin Site, you will play a crucial role in our food production process. You will work in our Boning Hall, ensuring the efficient packing of meat products while adhering to strict quality and safety standards. This is a physically demanding role that requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The job will suit those with ambition and a drive to progress within the company.

We are specifically looking to develop and train candidates from a packing role into a butchery role developing knife skills and butchery techniques.

Responsibilities

• Pack meat products in accordance with specific instructions and procedures
• Follow all health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment
• Monitor the quality of products, identifying and reporting any defects or issues
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines
• Operate packaging machinery and tools, ensuring proper function and maintenance
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including food safety protocols

You will be working Monday to Friday 06:00am start to Production Finish. The role offers a full time contract.

Your own transport is required due to our location and the times of Public transport links to Bodmin

Hourly rate - £12.75

• Previous experience in a similar role within the food production industry is preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Physical strength and stamina to perform repetitive tasks and lift heavy packages
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and willingness to follow protocols
• Able to work in chilled environment
• Manual handling ability and awareness
• Flexibility to meet daily production targets
• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team Adaptable to change and production demands

• 31 days annual leave (after probation)
• Employee Discount platform
• FREE access to Employee Assistance Program (Includes Free legal advice, counselling and mental health advice and a 24 hour help and advice line)
• Pension plan
• Christmas hamper
• Earn up to £500 with our refer a friend scheme
• On-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised Canteen
• Free Lunch Once a Month
• Free hot drinks all day
• Employee engagement activities
• Long Service Awards
• Ongoing Training and Development in the role