Job Specification: Intake Operator – Food Manufacturing

Location: Armagh
Contract: Temporary, with potential for permanent employment
Hours: 40–45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 6am and 6pm
Pay: £13.00 per hour, with a pay review following successful completion of training.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and organised Intake Operator to join a local food manufacturing business. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, inspecting and accurately recording incoming raw materials, ensuring deliveries meet quality and food safety standards.

Forklift experience or a valid licence is desirable, but full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and check incoming raw material deliveries.
• Verify quantities, quality, batch numbers and delivery documentation.
• Accurately record and log incoming stock.
• Ensure materials are stored correctly and safely.
• Assist with moving materials using a forklift, once trained and authorised.
• Maintain accurate stock records and report discrepancies.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures.
• Keep intake and storage areas clean and organised.

Requirements

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Basic numeracy and record-keeping abilities.
• Forklift experience or a valid licence is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to learn, with full training provided.
• Previous warehouse or food manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing support.
• £13.00 per hour, with the opportunity for a pay review after training.
• 40–45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Potential for permanent employment and career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a local food manufacturer and develop your skills within a busy production environment.