Food Packer/Factory Worker

Advertised by Aviation Personnel

Location
LE5, Humberstone, City of Leicester
Salary
£12.71 a year
Job type
Contract, Temporary
Sector
Catering
Posted
9 November 2026
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Job description

Job Title: Food Packer
Working Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Working Days: Monday to Saturday (5 days per week)
Start Date: Immediate – Available to start ASAP
Job Type: Temporary / Contract (depending on employer)
Work Location: In person

Job Overview

Responsible for packing, sorting and preparing food products for distribution while maintaining high standards of hygiene, quality and safety. The role involves working efficiently within a food production or packing environment, ensuring products are correctly packaged, labelled and prepared for dispatch.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Packing food products accurately and efficiently.

  • Checking food items for quality, freshness and damage.

  • Labelling and sealing food packaging correctly.

  • Sorting and organising products ready for distribution.

  • Following food hygiene and health and safety procedures.

  • Keeping workstations, equipment and surrounding areas clean and tidy.

  • Handling food products carefully to prevent contamination.

  • Meeting daily production and packing targets.

  • Reporting damaged products, faulty equipment or quality concerns.

  • Following instructions from supervisors and team leaders.

  • Working as part of a team to ensure smooth production operations.

Person Specification

  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking.

  • Good attention to detail.

  • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to follow instructions and food hygiene procedures.

  • Good teamwork and communication skills.

  • Flexible and willing to work Monday to Saturday.

  • Able to stand for extended periods and carry out repetitive tasks.

  • Previous food packing or warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.

Working Pattern

  • Shift: 8:00am – 4:00pm

  • Days: 5 days per week, Monday to Saturday.

  • Availability: Immediate start required (ASAP).

Reference 225814440

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