Seasonal Worker

About us

Contract Packers Ltd is an established recruitment company specialised in agriculture, member of the Association of Labour Providers & GLAA license holder since 2006. For over 20 years, we have been involved in the fast-moving environment of Fresh Produce supplied to all major supermarkets. We supply our customers with highly motivated teams. Here you will find an inclusive environment where everybody is accepted for who they are. Our employees’ needs always come first. Majority of our Seasonal Workers are returnees, but we always look to add valuable newcomers.

Overview:

We are currently seeking Seasonal Workers to join our team. This is a temporary position with flexible hours, perfect for individuals looking for short-term employment. As a Seasonal Worker, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of roles and contribute to our team during our busy season.

Responsibilities:

- Harvesting salad onions outdoors and meet minimum hourly targets set by the Company

- Perform at the required standards (the right size of onions, number of onions in the bunch, skinning first leaf of each onion, clean breakage of leaf ends, weight of the bunch)

- Achieve set output targets on a daily bases

-Accuracy in number of bunches per crate is essential

- General maintenance duties such as weeding, field cleaning etc.

- Maintain a clean and organised work environment

The right candidate will be:

-Prepared to work efficiently in any kind of weather ( Sun, wind, drizzle, rain)

- Early morning start, especially, on a hot summer days ( 6-6.30 am)

- Good at manual labor maintaining a fast speed for the duration of working hours

- Highly motivated and able to set and achieve daily targets

- Persistent and focussed on their daily tasks

- Able to follow the instructions of a Team Leader and work without close supervision

- Trustworthy, disciplined and reliable

Ideal candidate will have:

- Previous experience in harvesting crops

- Strong organisational skills and attention to details

- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

- Flexibility to work weekends

- Own transport is essential due to location of work places. No public transport link available.

We offer:

- Competitive pay rates

- Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic work environment

- Help with bank account opening, help with applying for National Insurance Number

Please note that this is a seasonal position with an expected duration of 6 months.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 5-6 months

Pay: From £11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 48 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Relocation assistance

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Worcester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you able to start work at 6 am?

Can you perform a demanding manual labor and maintain fast harvesting speed?
What experience do you have related to this vacancy?
Have you ever perform jobs on piecework bases?
Why do you think you are suitable for this job?
Do you have your own transport? if not, how are you planning to get to and from work?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 10/05/2024