Intakes Operative - Nights

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. 

Our Despatch Department are looking for candidates with initiative, who want to learn and grow in a the position, to become Despatch Operatives in our busy Merthyr Tydfil site.

This is a full time, permanent position working Monday to Friday from 6.30pm – 3.30am with an hourly salary of £14.09.

Job Description:

Ensuring stock is rotated within department

Booking in stock and unloading/loading wagons

Picking and scanning to orders

Primary purpose is to ensure correct products are picked and quantities despatched.

Being accountable for ensuring all documentation is accurately completed.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Stock rotation

• Unloading/loading of product from wagons
• Booking in stock using the site system
• Health and Safety aware
• Always follow policies and procedures

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.