Factory Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
JCS Fish Ltd is an expanding business, and we need YOU to join us!
Getting to Know Us:
JCS Fish Ltd is the UK’s premier salmon specialist, a family-owned business that is based in Grimsby, the home of great fish and seafood. We have a strong heritage and many years’ experience in sourcing fine fish and producing a variety of top quality seafood products.
What We Offer You for Your Hard Work:
- Opportunity to earn £300 if you refer a friend or family member.
- Free hot vend drinks and discounted vend food.
- Company Pension available.
- 28 days paid holiday (Including Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days paid holiday (after qualifying period).
- Up to 4 weeks occupational sick pay (after qualifying period)
- Health and Financial Support through Health Assured.
- Full PPE Provided.
- Additional daily 30 minute paid robbing time included.
- Discounted staff prices.
- On-Site Parking.
- Bike to Work Scheme.
Being a Factory Operative:
Here at JCS Fish Ltd, we provide a variety of roles and work schedules for our staff to suit the best of your needs.
Work Schedules:
- Monday to Friday, 6am – 3pm (Overtime available) with a minimum of 40 hours a week.
- Other fixed time contracts are available if requested.
- Weekend working at 1.25 overtime pay: Alternate Saturdays.
You will be working in the factory environment, preparing salmon products on the fresh side, frozen side, or smokehouse side.
Available roles include:
- Knife Work.
- Pin-boning.
- Skinning.
- Packing.
- Bandsaw Work.
- Smoking Fish.
- Labouring.
As part of your role you are expected to have a “clean as you go” attitude to assist with housekeeping duties of the factory and site at all times.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a factory operative would be beneficial but not essential as full training will be given!
- Manual handling experience due to all existing roles being physical.
- Knowledge of Food Safety and Hygiene practices is beneficial but not essential as full training is provided!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
“Am I able to start straight away?”
- Yes! Once you have been invited to site to do an induction (depending on the time), you are able to start the same day.
“Do you have part-time work available? I have young kids. “
- We do! We can offer hours that suit your needs the most!
“I have experience working with fish but not specifically salmon, is this okay?”
- Yes! All staff are trained with the appropriate practices of handling salmon products.
“Is it weekly or monthly pay?”
- Weekly! You will be paid every Friday in arrears.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: From £10.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Factory Operative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Factory Operative roles across JCS Fish Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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