Packer
Join as a packer with a respected leader in the food industry. Earn £12.60/hr, Monday to Friday daytime shifts, and get full training to step up as a line leader. Physical work, great team and real career prospects.
What’s On Offer
The GI Group is hiring skilled packers for ongoing temporary roles with a strong sense of job security and a regular working schedule.
The position offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.60, with a dayshift work pattern Monday to Friday totalling 39 hours per week.
Additionally, you are paid weekly and benefit from a professional environment where experience in food production is welcomed, but not strictly required.
You don’t need to worry if you lack direct experience in this sector – GI Group provides full training for those with a strong work ethic and transferable skills.
For those keen on career development, there’s the chance to become a line leader or mixing operator through good performance and initiative.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Your main duty involves packing food products accurately according to batch cards, ensuring every item meets quality and security standards.
A physically active job, you’ll be lifting, bending, and working at pace alongside teammates on the production line to hit targets.
Weighing products and blending ingredients precisely is expected, maintaining high attention to detail throughout every shift.
Cleanliness and hygiene are vital, so you must follow a strict “Clean As You Go” policy to guarantee food safety at all times.
As you learn the ropes and show reliability, you could find yourself trusted with extra responsibilities, such as leading a small team or overseeing batch mixing.
Key Advantages
The regular, friendly schedule lets you balance work and personal time without weekend or night shifts stealing your free hours.
All training is delivered on the job, so you grow skills from day one, eventually opening doors to advancement in the food production industry.
Considerations
This role can be physically tiring given the need to lift, bend and move quickly during shifts. Candidates should be comfortable with active work.
The pace can be fast and sometimes repetitive, so concentration and resilience are important. Those seeking quieter or less physical work should think carefully.
Our Verdict
For those seeking decent pay, a clear path to advancement, and friendly daytime shifts, this is a strong contender in the temporary jobs market.
Apply if you’re reliable, ready to learn, and prepared for a physical yet rewarding job in a supportive, progressive setting.