Kepak McIntosh Donald are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.
Role Purpose
Work in Packing Area, performing precision functions involving the preparation of offal products for packing to customer specifications. Work may include specialized packing tasks, cutting of offal to customer specifications. Use of OCM labelling Scales and Scanning Operations.
Standard working week is Monday to Friday, 40hrs/week, starting at 7pm (need to be flexible with finish time).
No previous experience needed as all training will be provided.
Main duties and role requirements:
* Pick, pack, weigh, scan all offal products to set out plan requirements.
* Liaise with Slaughter Supervisor on Daily/weekly requirements.
* Work with site Technical department to ensure compliance to site procedures and customer specifications.
* Stock movement from one location to another so that the product is ready for despatch.
* Placing bags properly on the Cryovac machine.
* Sealing blue plastic bags on freezer line.
* Completing assigned task in a timely manner to meet daily targets.
* Any other duties as required by management and within the competency of the post holder.
Requirements
* Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork
* Passion for Food at forefront of day-to-day performance
* Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
* Responsibility for positive contribution to business
* Teamwork across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mile
* Previous knife skills beneficial
* Experience within a Factory environment beneficial
* Extensive understanding of Company’s SOP’s and customer specifications
* Consistent approach and strong work ethic
* High attention to detail
* Ability to lift and move heavy objects
* Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team
* Experience within the Food Industry beneficial
* Good Communication
* Good Numeracy skills
* Adaptable to change and production demands
Benefits
o 31 days annual leave per year (after probation).
o Opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus.
o Pay Grading system- offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role.
o Overtime rate of time and a half applies when you work over 44 hours/week.
o 25% Discount in our Butcher Shop.
o Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands.
o Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group.
o Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
o Subsidised Canteen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day.
o Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees.
o Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income – meaning you pay less tax!
o Training and Development- we are committed to helping you grow in your career, from structured onboarding, regular training (online and in-person), and clear paths for career progression.
o GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues.