Barrow Operative

Role Summary

Barrow Operative – B Shift (Assortments)

Salary: £31,021.68 per annum

Location:

Carlisle, 54 Church Street, Cumbria, CA2 5TG

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday, 6am – 2pm and 2pm – 10pm (alternate weeks)

• Ensure the production line is fully stocked and operating smoothly, communicating with the Supervisor.
• Operate electric hand barrows in designated areas and move lines across the factory as required.
• Manage stock sheets (assortments only), keep the line stocked and report out‑of‑date items to the Manager.
• Order packaging requests, use Autostore, barcoding, and control waste and packaging removal.
• Document all data on Shop Floor Online, support line operators during change‑overs, and assist with packing when needed.
• Collaborate with key operators and Supervisor to resolve issues and meet the production plan, ensuring customer supply.
• Support daily planning to maintain adequate packaging for each SKU.

• Basic numerical and literacy knowledge.
• Manual dexterity, good logistic skills, quick reaction, and good communication.
• Problem recognition, diligence, detail consciousness, and excellent teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude, ability to multitask, initiative, and tenacity.
• Willingness to work in a team environment, flexible, and willingness to drive operational change.
• Good attendance record.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar environment, knowledge of HACCP and safe systems of work, and understanding of zonal KPIs is desirable.

• Pension Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Staff shop.
• Long‑service awards.
• Free parking.
• 27 days holiday.
• Enhanced maternal and paternal benefits.
• Rewards gateway for discounts.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting a diverse workforce. All roles are filled based on qualifications without regard to race, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, or any protected characteristic. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and interview process.