Production - Jobs.

An opportunity has arisen for an efficient and dynamic individual to join our team in the role of Dispatch Operative.  The purpose of this role is to ensure the safe receipt, storage and dispatch of our products.  In addition to this, our ideal candidate would also have the ability to operate our pallet and reach trucks as and when required.   

Responsibilities Include:

• Loading and unloading products from incoming and outgoing vehicles with the use of powered trucks, consolidating and storing them in the appropriate locations or delivering to relevant departments/areas.
• Operating of powered trucks (PPT and Reach) as and when required
• Working a cold store environment (with temperatures ranging from 0-5 degrees Celsius)
• Accurately picking products ready to be palletised and dispatched
• Operating a handheld scanner to ensure data is accurately recorded in our internal database
• Repetitive manual handling of products (up to 18kg)
• Operating a clean as you go procedure to keep the dispatch area clean and tidy
• Maintaining excellent levels of hygiene and health and safety standards
• Reporting any damaged or missing goods, non-conformances or accidents to relevant managers to ensure appropriate action is taken 

Our perfect Dispatch Operative would have:

• Current and in-date PPT and Reach truck licenses (desirable)
• Previous experience of working in a warehouse or stores based environment would be an advantage
• Understanding of and adherence to health and safety protocols and food hygiene standards
• The ability to interpret and follow written and spoken instructions
• Comfortable with a physical role where manual handling is a frequent requirement
• Respect for others and values diversity; happy to listen and work as part of a team
• A can-do attitude with a flexible and dynamic approach
• The ability to use own initiative and thrives under pressure
• The ability to learn how to operate our handheld scanners

The hours you would work:

A 5-on, 2-off shift pattern, comprising 45 hours per week (overtime is possible/allowed if production requires it).
Working hours: 14:00–24:00, with flexibility required.

Rate of pay:
£13.73 per hour for the 45 hours, with prospects for growth, advancement to the next level, and salary increases. (1.25× the regular hourly rate if the total number of hours worked exceeds 45 hours in a workweek.)

What else we can offer you:

• Loyalty rewarded – earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service  

• Secure your future - You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%)  

• Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision  

• Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income  

• Extensive learning & development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth  

• Company accommodation available where required  

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it  

• Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice  

• Free onsite parking  

• Festive fun with our all-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won  

• Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services  

• Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year  

• Education - Free English Training Opportunities  

• Study Sponsorship opportunities  

• Free Fruit

We are currently recruiting a Forklift Driver to join our Production team. This role will involve working across all A. C. Goatham sites, as required.

This opportunity is open to candidates have previous forklift experience.

The purpose of this role is to support the safe and efficient movement of products within our yard and production areas. The successful candidate will operate forklift trucks and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and productive working environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely operating forklift trucks to transport goods within production and yard areas

• Feeding packhouses with packaging and produce as required

• Ensuring products are stored correctly, including within cold stores

• Working in a cold store environment (0–5°C)

• Loading and unloading cold stores and deliveries

• Loading tipper trucks

• Keeping forklift driving areas free from spills and obstructions

• Carrying out regular checks on forklift equipment

• Working on apple/pear graders, tray packs, and pre-size operations

• Assisting with additional tasks within production and yard areas

• Repetitive manual handling of products (up to 18kg)

• Maintaining clean-as-you-go standards

• Upholding high levels of hygiene and health & safety

• Reporting any damaged goods, non-conformances, or accidents to management

Our ideal Forklift Driver will:

• Have previous experience in a forklift, warehouse, or stores-based role

• Hold a valid forklift licence/certificate (desirable but not essential)

• Take responsibility for their own actions

• Understand and follow health, safety, and food hygiene standards

• Be comfortable in a physical role with regular manual handling

• Work well as part of a team and communicate effectively

• Show a positive, flexible, and can-do attitude

• Be willing to learn and develop new skills, including handheld scanners

• Take pride in A. C. Goatham, our products, and our processes

Working hours:

Forklift Drivers operate on a rotating shift pattern:

Early shift: 06:00 – 17:00

Day shift: 07:00 – 18:00

Late shift: 13:00 – 24:00

Flexibility is required, working 5 days per week in line with the shift pattern.

Salary :

£13.15/h–£14.15/h, depending on experience

What we can offer:

• Loyalty rewarded – earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service  

• Secure your future - You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%)  

• Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision  

• Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income  

• Extensive learning & development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth  

• Company accommodation available where required  

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it  

• Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice  

• Free onsite parking  

• Festive fun with our all-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won  

• Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services  

• Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year  

• Education - Free English Training Opportunities  

• Study Sponsorship opportunities  

• Free Fruit