Cratewash & Despatch Operative - Day/Night Shifts

Avara Foods Ltd; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food business in the UK is seeking a Cratewash / Despatch operative in Hereford. You will maintain hygiene standards, ensure compliance with food safety, and support cratewash duties. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and teamwork experience, with desirable qualifications in food manufacturing and safety. This role offers a competitive wage of £12.65 per hour plus a shift allowance. Join a dynamic environment committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Good level of numeracy and communication required.
• Experience working as part of a team is essential.
• Forklift licence is desirable.
• Basic Manual Handling & Food Hygiene is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with all department and company policies.
• Meet housekeeping and hygiene standards.
• Comply with food safety and HSE guidelines.
• Support Cratewash duties and site improvements.
• Complete relevant paperwork for traceability.
• Ensure correct stock rotation.
• Complete schedule to supply crates and pallets.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Numeracy

Effective organization

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Manufacturing

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Manual Handling training

Pallet Truck Licence

Fork Lift Truck Licence

Job description

A leading food business in the UK is seeking a Cratewash / Despatch operative in Hereford. You will maintain hygiene standards, ensure compliance with food safety, and support cratewash duties. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and teamwork experience, with desirable qualifications in food manufacturing and safety. This role offers a competitive wage of £12.65 per hour plus a shift allowance. Join a dynamic environment committed to excellence.