Shunter and Yard Operative in Langport

ABP Food Group is a food business that specialises in the supply and development, producing award-winning British and Irish beef and lamb products for retail, foodservice and wholesale. Our core business - ABP Beef - is supported by its renewable, pet food and protein divisions, which combine to ensure the value of by-products is maximized and the environmental impact of our business and customers is minimized. At every stage of the process, from farm to fork, we pride ourselves in upholding the highest standards of animal welfare, safety and hygiene, as well as ensuring full traceability in our final product. Our company was founded over 60 years ago. Since then, through years of consistent commercial success, we have developed a worldwide reputation for quality and innovation. ABP Langport is part of the ABP UK division within the ABP Food Group aiming to provide quality beef to thousands of customers across the world. Here at ABP Langport, located in Southwest Somerset (TA10 9HG), we are currently recruiting for the ideal candidate to join our Yard Team as a Shunter and Yard Operative.

Transport required due to our rural location. Please check your travel options before applying.

Role definition: Provision of Shunting and Forklift services to maintain the smooth running of the plant and site to contribute to maximum operational efficiency.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate Shunter and Forklift as required according to SOP's, ensuring that all trailers are moved to the correct area and working as per procedures.
• Ensure factory perimeters and external areas are maintained in an orderly and tidy manner at all times.
• Ensure all non-food deliveries correspond with appropriate paperwork.
• Carry out all vehicular activities in a manner which complies with site Health and Safety requirements.
• Ensure CAT 1 and CAT 3 materials are disposed of correctly and that appropriate paperwork is correctly completed and retained.
• Prepare trailers for production use in compliance with organisation operating procedures.
• Load and unload lorries, ensuring goods are checked in accordance with organisational operating procedures.
• Monitor bone-exit conveyor and ensure trailer is moved as required to prevent disruption to production or spillage of waste material.
• Responsible for ensuring all maturation trailers are cleaned and working correctly.

Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

• The individual must have the ability to multitask and to communicate with all levels of site staff.
• Be able to use own initiative.
• Ensure the support to the operational teams is efficient and meets the needs of the business at all times.
• Commercial mindset.
• Self-starter and able to work on own.
• Flexible and responsive to requests.
• Resilient Team Player.

Desirable:

• The ideal candidate will hold the appropriate vehicle licences and take responsibility for maintaining the licenses.

Schedule: Day Monday to Friday 10am - 7pm

Reporting to:

Rate: £14.00 p/h rising to £14.50 upon successful completion of probation.

Benefits:

• Social Hours
• No bank holidays
• Permanent Roles
• Subsidised Canteen
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension
• Employee of the Month Reward Scheme
• Summer and Christmas Parties
• On site Occupation Health Nurse
• Additional Employee Incentive, Welfare Support

The ABP Values:

• Trust & Respect: We take care of each other by creating an inclusive working environment. We listen actively and respect the views of others. We maintain the highest safety standards possible.
• Know the Purpose: We know our role in the business and how it helps us and others to succeed.
• Own It: Taking ownership for all we do, think and say is vital to creating an environment of honesty, openness and transparency: Particularly when it comes to delivering great service.
• Passion for Excellence: We have a "can-do" attitude. We champion continuous improvement for ourselves and the business.
• Inspire Others: We support others wherever we can by creating opportunities for people.