Warehouse and Packing Operatives

Requisition  
Position Type FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement  #LI-Onsite

We are currently recruiting for Warehouse Operatives and Packing Operatives to join our team at our Kerry Portbury site in Bristol on a permanent full-time day shift basis

Shifts are on a two week rotating basis
- Week 1  Monday
- Friday - (Apply online only) and Week 2 Monday
- Friday (Apply online only)

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, offering the opportunity to work across a variety of departments including warehouse operations, packing lines, production support and dispatch. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team at this exciting time of expansion

If you enjoy varied work, are committed to high standards and can adapt to different areas of the operation as business needs this could be the role for you !

Due to the location of the site, having your own transport is essential

Our Portbury site is a dry blending and mixing facility where we produce flavour blends for some of the world's best-known brands. Every week, hundreds of tonnes of product are accurately measured, blended and packed for our customers

What will you do?

As a Warehouse or Packing Operative, you may be required to work across different departments undertaking the following duties

Maintain high standards of work, accuracy and attention to detail

Pack products safely and efficiently in line with customer and company requirements

Pick, store and move materials in line with production schedules, stock rotation procedures and site standards

Palletise finished products and prepare them for storage or dispatch

Support production operations to ensure products are manufactured and packed to schedule

Work across different factory departments as required to support operational demands

Meet quality, food safety, health and safety and productivity targets

Follow company procedures and safe working practices, reporting any issues promptly

Adhere to hygiene, housekeeping and clean-as-you-go standards

Complete all required paperwork and system updates accurately

Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of factory operations

The ability to meet the physical demands of the role. Some departments require manual handling and lifting/moving products weighing up to 25kg

What do you need to be successful?

Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, production or packing environment

Flexibility and willingness to work across different departments and tasks

A strong focus on quality, safety and attention to detail

The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good organisational skills and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment

Good communication skills and the ability to read, understand and communicate effectively in English

Basic IT/PC skills

SAP experience would be advantageous but is not essential

Forklift Truck (FLT) and/or Power Pallet Truck (PPT) experience would be beneficial but not required

The ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and moving products up to 25kg in certain areas

Own transport is essential due to the location of the site

Why Join Us?

Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety

Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more

Matched pension scheme up to 10%

Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing

Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program

Our Voice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year

Our Share, Kerry share plan available to all employees, with option to enroll once a year

MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause

About Kerry

Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition partner for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Working behind the scenes, every day we partner with customers to solve the world’s most complex food challenges with our range of differentiated ingredients, technologies, and people. We are passionate about what we do and are constantly innovating to create a healthier, more enjoyable,…