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About The Role:
Despatch Operative - Hereford
Location: Grandstand Road, Hereford
Hours: 07:00-19:00 / 19:00-07:00, Continental Shift Pattern
Pay: Minimum £12.65 per hour + additional shift premium £1.23
About The Role
It is vital the food industry continues operating throughout these uncertain times, and as one of the UK’s largest food businesses, Avara Foods plays a key role in helping feed the nation.
We’re seeking motivated and enthusiastic Despatch Operatives to join our Hereford team. You’ll help facilitate the efficient loading of products for delivery to our customers, ensuring the correct products are picked, loaded, and documented to customer specifications.
While undergoing on-the-job training, you’ll also develop skills in food safety and health & safety, contributing to a high-performing team that helps bring Avara Foods to life.
Key Responsibilities
* Pick products to order for outbound loads using a handheld scan gun
* Load products accurately, check temperatures, and ensure all paperwork is completed
* Carry out pre-operational checks on electric pedestrian trucks to ensure safety and maintenance standards
* Collate all relevant paperwork to ensure accurate stock and outbound load records
What We’re Looking For
* Good numeracy and communication skills - essential
* Effective organisation and time management - essential
* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Food Manufacturing - desirable
* Previous experience in a food manufacturing or logistics environment - desirable
* Basic Food Hygiene, Manual Handling, and Electric Truck Licence - desirable
About Us
Avara Foods is one of the UK’s largest food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to popular supermarkets and restaurants. We are fully integrated across the supply chain - from feed mills, farms, hatcheries, and factories to transport and logistics - employing over 6,000 people.
Our success is driven by high-quality products, excellent service, and investment in people, supported by the latest technology and uncompromising food standards.
What’s in it for You?
* Secure, supportive, and progressive working environment
* Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
* Employee benefits scheme, including discount vouchers and lifestyle benefits
* Competitive pension scheme
* Dynamic working environment with real opportunities for progression
If you’re ready to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment alongside talented people who take pride in delivering great results, apply today!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
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Full-time
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Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Food Production
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