Picker Packer

Picker Packer


Company
Job&Talent
Location
Paisley
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Salary
£12.85 an hour
Posted
16 days ago
Via
via Totaljobs

Job Description
Picker Packer - Glasgow

At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Picker Packer to work with a leading provider of airline catering services in Glasgow. In this fast-paced role, you will be the engine behind the flight, ensuring that catering operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Shift patterns:
• Full-time flexible shift pattern with rotated weekends (rota presented in advance).
• Available shifts: 07:00 to 15:30 or 07:00 to 17:30.
• Flexible 4 or 5-day working patterns.

Pay rates:
• 12.85 GBP hourly

Essential requirements for Picker Packer:
• Must have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.
• No unspent convictions.
• Experience or understanding of food handling.

Role for Picker Packer:
• Off-load and manage airline trolleys efficiently.
• Sort high-value catering items and pack meals to exact specifications.
• Prepare inflight retail supplies and assist with stock counts.
• Maintain strict food hygiene standards within chilled environments.
• Handle bonded goods in compliance with security protocols.

Benefits for Picker Packer:
• Comprehensive training provided, including AVSEC certification.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic aviation environment.
• Professional stability with a reputable industry leader.

Location: Glasgow. This role is based in a high-security environment requiring mandatory background and DBS checks.
Duration: Ongoing

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Picker Packer jobs in Glasgow. Sign your contract with Job&Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage rate for packing jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over in packing roles is £12.50 per hour from 1 April 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Packing operatives under 21 receive £10.00 per hour under the same rules.
Q How many hours can I legally work in a UK packing warehouse job without a visa sponsorship?
GOV.UK confirms standard full-time packing shifts are limited to 48 hours per week on average over 17 weeks unless opted out in writing. Workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays calculated on actual hours worked. Overtime above 48 hours triggers mandatory rest breaks of 11 consecutive hours daily.
Q What documents do I need to apply for a packing job in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a valid passport or biometric residence permit plus a right to work share code for all packing job applicants. Employers must complete a right to work check before the first shift and retain records for two years. No formal education certificates are mandated for entry-level packing positions.
Q Do packing jobs in the UK require a Skilled Worker visa for non-UK residents in 2026?
GOV.UK specifies that packing operative roles fall below the Skilled Worker visa threshold and cannot be sponsored unless the salary reaches £38,700 or the going rate for the SOC code. Most warehouse packing positions are filled by UK or settled workers only. Seasonal worker visas do not cover permanent packing contracts.
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