VACANCY
Factory Processors
LOCATION
Hatston, Kirkwall, Orkney
SALARY
Starting rate from £15.00 per hour rising up to £16.00 per hour
(equivalent to £29,250 - £31,200 per annum)
CLOSING DATE
30 August 2026
Ready for a secure, hands-on role with great pay, full training, and room to progress?
We're recruiting Factory Processors to join our team at Orkney Packing Station in Hatston, Kirkwall.
No experience is needed - we'll provide full training and support from day one.
This is a permanent role where you'll be part of a friendly, hardworking team preparing quality Scottish salmon for customers around the world. You don't need factory experience - if you're reliable, willing to learn and ready to get stuck in, we'll give you the training and support you need.
For the right people, this is more than just a job - it's a chance to earn well, develop new skills and build a long-term future with Cooke Scotland.
What's in it for you?
Overtime paid at 1.5 x hourly rate.
Permanent employment with a stable, growing business.
Discretionary annual bonus.
32 Days annual leave.
Company pension.
Life assurance (4 x salary).
Cycle to work scheme.
Ongoing training and development.
Long service awards.
Employee Assistance Programme.
What the job involves
You'll work as part of our processing team, helping prepare, pack, and check high-quality Scottish salmon in a clean, food-safe environment.
Duties include:
Product preparation and quality inspection.
Packing, boxing, and palletising.
Maintaining high hygiene standards.
Working as part of a supportive team.
Following food safety and cleaning procedures.
Who we're looking for
Reliable people who work safely and take pride in doing a good job.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Team players who are comfortable with practical, hands-on work.
Previous production or factory experience would be helpful, but it is not essential.
Why Cooke Scotland?
Cooke Scotland is part of one of the world's leading seafood companies, offering secure employment, strong benefits and genuine opportunities to build your skills. We're proud to be part of the local community and to support people who want to work hard, learn and progress.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a permanent job with good pay, excellent benefits, full training, and a team that will support you, we'd like to hear from you.
Please click "Apply for this job".
We are an equal opportunities employer.