At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Despatch team to ensure products reach customers safely and efficiently.
- Company: Avara Foods, a leading UK food business with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Earn £13.15 per hour, plus shift allowances and weekly pay.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for overtime and career growth.
- Why this job: No experience needed; full training provided for a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills; previous experience in food manufacturing is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13.15 - 13.15 £ per hour.
We’re looking for Despatch Operatives to join our Despatch team based at our site at Grandstand Road in Hereford! No experience necessary, full training is provided!
The benefits of working for Avara Foods include:
- £13.15 per hour plus additional £1.23 shift allowance per hour
- Paid Weekly
- Secure contract, guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime
- Earn a minimum of £553 per week
- Earn £250 for every friend or family member you refer for a job with us*
- Subsidised staff canteen serving hot food
- Staff shop / staff sales at hugely discounted prices
- Cycle to work scheme
*Ts & Cs apply
Working Hours: 38.50 hours per week, 0700-1900/1900-0700
The Despatch operative will be responsible for the smooth transition of our product from production lines, ensuring availability for outloads. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Operating pedestrian pallet trucks, scanning product to ensure it is sent to the correct customer and loading delivery lorries with the correct product.
- Manual handling which may include lifting equipment and products up to 20kg.
- Loading and unloading vehicles using manual handling equipment.
- Be fully aware of all the required safety equipment needed to perform tasks and how equipment should be used.
- Carrying out all duties in line with training, food safety and health and safety guidance.
What we are looking for:
- Good level of communication and numeracy – essential.
- An NVQ Level 2 in Food Manufacturing would be desirable.
- Previous experience in a similar role or working in the food manufacturing industry would be desirable.
- A basic food hygiene certificate, a battery operated truck license or manual handling training would be desirable.
- Effective organisation & time management.
*Full training will be provided.
Avara Foods is one of the UK’s leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country’s major supermarkets and well-known restaurants. We own and manage our entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door.
Our advanced manufacturing site in Hereford is one of our main processing facilities, processing up to 2 million birds per week. There are over 1500 talented people employed at our Hereford site, helping us to deliver high quality products to our customers.
After you’ve applied, you’ll be contacted in due course by a Resourcing Officer from our Hereford site, to discuss your application and CV further. There’ll also be a chance for you to ask us any questions you may have about the role.
Due to Bird Welfare, it is essential that you do not own any Avian Pets or Poultry. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Despatch Flexible Operative in Hereford employer: Avara Foods Limited
Avara Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment at our advanced Hereford site, where you can thrive as a Despatch Operative. With comprehensive training, guaranteed hours, and competitive pay, we prioritise your growth and well-being, while also providing unique benefits like a subsidised staff canteen and a cycle to work scheme. Join our dedicated team of over 1500 professionals and be part of a company that values quality, safety, and employee development.
