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Summary
Supporting Site Operations Through Safe and Efficient Yard Management
The Role
Sofina Foods is seeking a reliable and proactive Yard Operative to join our team. In this role, you will help ensure the safe storage, movement, and organisation of materials across our site. From operating forklifts and pallet trucks to managing vehicle loading/unloading and supporting stock control, you’ll play a key part in keeping our operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical experience, a strong focus on safety, and the ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
Shifts: Rotating — Week 1: 5.30am–2.00pm / Week 2: 8.00am–4.30pm
Your Key Responsibilities
* Operate forklifts and pallet trucks safely and efficiently
* Load and unload vehicles, ensuring materials are handled correctly
* Store products and materials securely within designated areas
* Transport products/materials on-site as required
* Work in a safe, organised manner and follow site safety protocols
* Support inventory management and associated documentation
* Follow Goods In & Goods Out procedures accurately
* Undertake any other duties as required by the Stores Manager
The Ideal Candidate
* A valid Forklift Licence (essential)
* Previous experience loading/unloading lorries
* Knowledge of stock control and related documentation
* Strong communication skills with colleagues, contractors, and hauliers
* The ability to work safely with plant machinery
* Self-motivation, proactivity, and confidence to work unaided
* The ability to stay organised in a very busy environment
* Punctuality and readiness to start work on time
* Fluency in English (essential)
Why Sofina Foods?
* Competitive pay rates
* Online Benefits Hub
* Subsidised canteen
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Company pension scheme
* Referral programme
* Health & wellbeing programme
Company Information
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact. With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe. At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents. Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world.
Equal Opportunities: Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences — regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift
Location
Cookstown, County Tyrone
Hours of Work
Full-time
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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