Packaging Operative -- Current Vacancies

`Packaging Operative` Current Vacancies

photo of Packaging Operative 2007-01-09:

Packaging operatives work on the machines and production lines that put finished food and drink products such as biscuits, crisps, soup, soft drinks and chocolate bars into containers, cans or packets.
Job titles vary between companies, with some operatives being referred to as machine technicians, and others known as packers if the finished product is packed by hand.
The manufacture of food products is a highly mechanised process.
Packaging operatives are also trained to identify errors and correct the machines as soon as a fault develops.
In large factories packaging operatives ensure that the machines are loaded with supplies and run smoothly.
Overtime is common during busy times. Part-time positions are often available.
Protective clothing is worn at all times and operatives must follow health and safety rules.
Some factories are large, employing over 500 staff, while others are small, family-run companies.
Openings for school-leavers and experienced adult workers are good, though some work may be seasonal.Some experienced operatives may earn up to 23,000. Pay may be increased by shift allowances and overtime. (Permalink)

`Fyffes Europe's leading tropical produce importation company` view/apply

2008-02-05:

Working with a company that sources, transports and distributes life-enhancing, healthy tropical produce in a competitive, global market, we are able to offer employment opportunities around the world. Dublin 7 Ireland, Houndmills Road, Houndmills Industrial Estate. Tel: +44 1256 383200 - KEY SKILLS: QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: The Fyffes family of businesses throughout the European Continent and it has worldwide operations. Freedom to change career direction or country within the Fyffes family of companies is always respected. Fyffes is a member of the UK government-sponsored Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI). EUREP GAP accreditation. The Group is primarily involved in the production, procurement, shipping, ripening, distribution and marketing of bananas, pineapples and melons. The Group is primarily involved in the production, procurement, shipping, ripening, distribution and marketing of bananas, pineapples and melons. Fyffes currently markets fruit in Europe and the United States primarily under the Fyffes, Turbana and Nolem brands and is one of the leading importers of bananas into the EU. Our brand however is actually applied to a wide range of fruits, most notably tropical produce such as Fyffes Gold Pineapples and melons. It is our long-term strategic vision to develop Fyffes into the most successful operator in the tropical produce industry. Placements: Farm Management - Marketing - Internal Audit - Sales, Logistics - Operations - Finance - Quality Control - Distribution, job_function: The graduate programme will consist of a maximum 4 six month training and development placements. Remuneration after the completion of the graduate programme will reflect qualifications, position and normal large-company benefits. To Apply - If you are ready to apply for this exiting opportunity, please send your covering letter and CV to graduates@fyffes.com or by post to: Graduate Recruitment, HR Department, employer: Fyffes Group Ltd. location: Houndmills Road, Houndmills Industrial Estate Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 6XL, United Kingdom Tel: +353 1 887 2700. If you have any difficulties with the application process, Interested persons should Apply: To http://www.fyffes.com/about/careers.htm . (Permalink)

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