At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare high-quality ingredients and ensure food safety standards in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading supplier for Marks & Spencer with a vibrant team of 2,000 colleagues.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, matched pension contributions, and exclusive employee discounts.
- Other info: Full training provided, with excellent opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in food production while developing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Strong numeracy, literacy, and a positive attitude; food experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 40000 £ per year.
Shift Pattern: Thursday to Monday, 22:00 - 06:30 (Please note Thursday shift starts from Wed night at 22:00)
Pay Rate: £17.29
Here at Northampton, we operate one of the most impressive facilities in Europe, based across a campus of 5 manufacturing units, and we have a team of around 2,000 colleagues making high quality premium products every day. We are the sole supplier of sandwiches, wraps, rolls and sushi for Marks & Spencer.
What you'll be doing:
- You will play a key role within our Nut Pod preparation area, ensuring ingredients are prepared and handled to the highest quality, food safety, and production standards.
- Ensure allergen segregation procedures are followed at all times.
- Supply production lines with the correct materials, ensuring they are scanned accurately and delivered in full and on time.
- Complete all pre-start checks and associated documentation accurately.
- Manage stock effectively, including materials approaching expiry, concessions, disposals, and waste.
- Maintain required standards within chilled storage areas and ingredient preparation zones.
- Carry out relevant quality and food safety checks, escalating any issues promptly to the Line Coordinator.
Please note that this role involves working with nuts and nut-based ingredients. Due to the nature of the environment, this position may not be suitable for individuals with nut allergies.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong numeracy and literacy skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Good understanding of food hygiene standards and the importance of maintaining a safe working environment.
- Ability to demonstrate safe working practices and follow health and safety procedures at all times.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Able to work effectively under pressure, both independently and as part of a team.
- Previous experience within a food manufacturing, FMCG, or warehouse environment would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided.
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn and develop within the role.
What you’ll get in return:
- Competitive salary and job-related benefits
- Competitive matched pension contributions
- Employee awards and long service awards
- Accredited Greencore qualifications, learning and development opportunities.
- Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform where you can receive discounts on retail, travel, and more.
- Access to a full Well-being Center platform
Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.
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At Greencore, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values teamwork and individual growth. Located in Northampton, our state-of-the-art facility provides employees with competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive training opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their role while contributing to the production of high-quality products for Marks & Spencer. Join us and enjoy a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded.
