About Us:
Fen Farm is a well-established, family-run artisan cheese company based in Bungay, Suffolk, dedicated to producing high-quality cheeses with locally sourced ingredients. Our commitment to traditional methods and sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for a reliable and motivated Pick and Pack Operative to join our busy despatch team. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment to ensure our products are prepared, packed, and despatched on time to the highest standard for our customers.
The role requires someone who has the flexibility to work different shifts as required over the 7 days to fulfill our customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
* Preparation and packing of web boxes, including subscription boxes
* Preparation and packing wholesale orders for customer pick-up, refrigeration, and courier collection
* Preparing products for markets and Fen Farm shops
* Truffling and wedging cheese
* Barcoding and labelling products correctly
* Maintaining stock rotation and replenishing supplies (e.g. cardboard, ice)
* Using IT systems, record keeping and filing paperwork
* Liaising with the Despatch Manager or Supervisor and with the office staff
* Cleaning equipment and despatch rooms, including deep cleaning tasks
Person Specification
Essential:
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to listen and relay information clearly
* Flexible, reliable, and motivated, with a positive attitude to learning
* Able to follow procedures carefully and maintain attention to detail
* Enjoy working as part of a team and willing to support colleagues as needed
* This position involves standing for prolonged periods of time with repetitive manual tasks and working in a coldenvironment
Working Conditions
* Working in a chilled environment
* Shift-based work, including weekends
* PPE and uniform provided
Benefits:
* Discounted Food Items: You will receive a 40% discount on all Fen Farm Dairy products and a 15% discount on all non-Fen Farm Dairy products.
* Free Milk: The company provides 4 liters of free Fen Farm Dairy milk to staff each week.
Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £12.21-£20.28 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Work Location: In person