Logistics Packer

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods.

Kepak St. Merryn in Merthyr Tydfil has combined beef and lamb processing and packing facilities. We offer beef and lamb products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; 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.

We are currently recruiting for a Packing Operator to work in our busy Logistics department.

This is a full time, permanent position working between the hours of 6.00am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday with an hours unpaid break every day. Your salary will be £14.09 per hour.

Requirements

As part of the Logistics Packing Team your daily tasks will include:

• Being able to use scales and labelling machines
• Requirement to handle raw meat and remove any unrequired parts
• Re package the meat, weigh and label to the required specifications
• Following specifications and demonstrations from Line Manager/Supervisor/QC
• Understanding your role is key to the effective operation of the line, you will have specific responsibilities to ensure production runs efficiently
• Adherence to Health and Safety rules and procedures, including wearing correct PPE
• Some heavy lifting will be required
• Working in a cold environment

Job Description:

• No previous experience necessary - full training will be given
• Work well as part of a team and have a positive “can do” attitude
• To be able to follow instructions and procedures

Benefits

• 31 days annual leave per year (after probation).

• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.

• Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.

• Death in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.

• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.

• Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.

• Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.

• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.

• Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.

• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.

• Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.

• Training and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.

• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.

• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.

• Financial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.