Multiskilled Packaging Operative
Sittingbourne Permanent

Job description

To control, verify, print, issue and record labels for production, ensuring the information is accurate in accordance with customer specifications.

To control and issue all packaging for production in accordance with the specification and within the required time for production requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Move packaging around site using appropriate MHE equipment and ensure all pallet movements are scanned in and out of location
  • Receive packaging deliveries and complete all associated paperwork (day shift only)
  • Reporting packaging discrepancies, quality issues and potential shortages to Packaging Manager
  • Control the data entry, correct input parameters and verification of labels.
  • Communicate issues related to Product database to relevant stakeholders
  • Control the printing, production and issue of labels in accordance with up to date specifications and technical standards.
  • Produce and maintain clear administrative records regarding the printing, traceability and issuing of labels.
  • Ensure that the printers and scanners are always maintained and available
  • Continuously look for ways to improve the business processes of the packaging issue area and report them to Packaging Manager.
  • Issue correct packaging per job requirements.
  • Record all packaging movements in and out of the issue area.
  • Ensure all packaging is covered and has traceability labels.
  • Count/Check packaging stocks as and when required
  • Maintain high levels of Health, Safety, Hygiene, housekeeping and contamination practices and standards in your work area
  • Adhere to all relevant customer, industry and legislative standards i.e. British Retail Consortium (BRC), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Tesco Produce Packing Standards (TPPS).
  • Communicate effectively with production and report any non-conformances to a Manager.

This list is not exhaustive, and the job holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the position as required

Qualifications

Prophet ERP system (preferable)

Packaging knowledge

Fresh produce knowledge

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work to challenging deadlines in a pressurised environment

Good planning and organisational skills

Good verbal communication skills

Results focused

Excellent Team working

Numerate

Flexibility in thinking and approach

Initiative

Tenacity

Driving for excellence

Customer understanding

Thoroughness/attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Location Sittingbourne
Hours per week 38.61
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