Intake Operative

The Shifts Intake Operatives work on a two-week rotating shift pattern , AM & PM: AM Shift Monday: 03:15 – 14:15 Tuesday-Friday: 05:45-14:15 Saturday: 05:45-11:45 PM Shift Monday-Friday 14:10-22:40 The rate of pay is £14.50 per hour , with supplements for unsociable hours on a Monday day shift, plus enhanced pay for Saturdays. A realistic  average (over 2 weeks)  weekly gross salary of  £626  is achievable if all contracted hours are worked. Main Responsibilities As an Intake Operative, you will be working within our Primary (Slaughterhouse) Department handling unprepared birds. You’ll be expected to: Undertake “hang-on” operations, in line with company and customer standards. Monitor vital signs and be able to follow emergency protocols in case of an Animal Welfare related incident. Report issues directly to Animal Welfare Officer or Department Management as appropriate. Ensure that kill lines are full at all times. Follow Health and Safety guidelines, looking after yourself and your colleagues. Adhere to the strict housekeeping standards expected by the company and its customers. The Ideal Candidate Candidates MUST be able to read and write in English as it is a requirement of UK law that all Intake Operatives hold a slaughter licence, the assessment for this licence is only available in English. This is a physically demanding role that will require repetitive movements with the arms, back and shoulders. Experience within food manufacturing would be advantageous, but what we are really looking for is: Honesty  –   Be open with us, we understand that sometimes your personal life takes priority, so speak to us, let us know…we can try our best to work things out together. Reliability  – Turn up for your allocated shifts and try your best, we don’t ask much more. Flexibility  – Overtime may be available/required on occasion, as will a change of duty to meet production requirements…we will never ask you to do anything you have not been trained to do. Teamwork  – Work with your colleagues and management, support one another and make everyone’s job easier. Good Work Ethic  – Its fast paced here, don’t let your colleagues down. What’s in it for you? Intake Operatives receive extensive training over their probation period (12 weeks), training covers operations, food hygiene, animal welfare and slaughter licence. We pride ourselves on developing staff potential, with many opportunities for further training including externally supplied qualifications and support, to help drive your career forward. Other benefits include: A  subsidised  bus service (7 pickup locations across Ashby & Scunthorpe). Refer a friend scheme (£100). Subsidised and recently upgraded canteen Free  onsite parking. Staff sales at a heavily discounted price. Seasonal events and family fun days. Great discounts from a number of different sources (up to  50%  off), details in the  link . What are you waiting for? Apply Now! By submitting an application for this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our  Privacy Policy - 2SFG . You understand that your personal information may be collected, reviewed and shared with relevant group companies, hiring managers and prospective employers in connection with the recruitment process, and that we may contact you regarding your application, suitable alternative vacancies and other recruitment opportunities. Your personal information will be processed in accordance with our  Privacy Policy - 2SFG  and  DATA RETENTION POLICY - 2SFG .