Fresh Produce Packer / Warehouse Operative

Pay

£12.71 per hour

Job Description

Company

AGP Foods Limited

Location

Beckton, London, E6

Pay

Applicable National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage rate

Job type

Variable-hours contract

Working hours

Variable hours based on operational requirements

Reports to

Fresh Produce Supervisor

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Fresh Produce and Warehouse team at AGP Foods Limited, supporting Tian Tian Market stores across London.

As a Fresh Produce Packer / Warehouse Operative, you will help prepare, pack and organise fresh produce for distribution to our stores. You will also support with pallets, deliveries, warehouse housekeeping, packaging machinery and the cleaning and preparation of vegetables.

This is a practical and physically active role within a busy warehouse environment. Working hours will vary according to business needs, delivery schedules and seasonal demand. Applicants should therefore be able to offer a reasonable degree of flexibility.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, dependable and willing to support different areas of the operation when required.

Main duties and responsibilities

Inspect, sort and pack fresh fruit and vegetables for distribution to Tian Tian Market stores

Wash, clean, trim and prepare vegetables where required

Weigh, package, seal and label products accurately

Check product dates, labels, quantities and packaging before dispatch

Identify and remove damaged, spoiled or unsuitable produce

Meet reasonable daily packing and production targets while maintaining quality standards

Operate packaging machinery safely after receiving appropriate training

Clean and sanitise packaging machinery, equipment and food-preparation areas

Assemble, wrap, label and organise pallets ready for dispatch

Assist with loading, unloading and moving stock safely

Use manual pallet trucks or other warehouse equipment only when trained and authorised

Receive and check incoming deliveries against purchase orders or delivery paperwork

Ensure delivered goods are of the correct quantity and acceptable quality

Report and record shortages, damage, incorrect items or other delivery discrepancies

Return rejected goods in accordance with company procedures

Rotate stock correctly and help reduce damage, waste and product loss

Assist with stock counts and the organisation of warehouse storage areas

Keep workstations, floors, equipment and communal warehouse areas clean and tidy

Dispose of packaging and food waste safely and responsibly

Follow food hygiene, allergen-control and contamination-prevention procedures

Wear the required personal protective equipment and follow all safety instructions

Report hazards, accidents, damaged equipment or machinery faults immediately

Communicate effectively with the Fresh Produce Supervisor and other team members

Work independently when required while remaining supportive of the wider team

Be proactive during quieter periods and help prepare for busy production periods

Assist with large stock deliveries and seasonal increases in workload

Support Tian Tian Market shop-floor teams when reasonably required

Provide friendly and professional customer service when working in a customer-facing area

Comply with the Employee Handbook and all company policies and procedures

Carry out other reasonable fresh produce or warehouse duties as required

Skills

Desirable

Previous experience in fresh produce packing, food production, warehousing or factory work

Experience operating packaging or production-line machinery

Experience handling pallets, deliveries and warehouse stock

Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate

Manual-handling or pallet-truck training

Knowledge of South East Asian and East Asian food products

What we offer

Pay at the applicable National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage rate

Pay increase following successful completion of the three-month probationary period

Paid annual leave

Workplace pension, subject to eligibility

Statutory Sick Pay, subject to the applicable eligibility requirements

Tian Tian Market staff discount

Training and ongoing support

A friendly and multicultural working environment

Access to Perkbox after successfully completing probation, including retailer discounts, discounted gym membership and other benefits

Opportunities to develop your skills within the warehouse operation

Application process

Please apply through Indeed with an up-to-date CV and details of your availability.

Employment is conditional upon satisfactory references, evidence of the right to work in the UK and completion of the Company’s pre-employment checks.

AGP Foods Limited is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site parking

Work Location

In person