About the position
As a production and packing worker, you help keep the production line at Uniekaas running smoothly. Uniekaas is the oldest cheese brand in the Netherlands. You will work with cheese blocks, help with packing, check product quality, and support the cheese packaging process in a clean and organized food production environment. This is an English-speaking job – Dutch is not required.
You will:
- Place cheese blocks on the production line;
- Pack sliced cheese into boxes and prepare them for shipment;
- Check labels and product quality;
- Keep your work area clean and follow safety rules;
- Work together with your team to keep the production going.
- You can work in a 3-shift schedule, or choose day shifts only between 06:00 and 22:00 – perfect if you prefer a routine without night shifts.
- Easily reachable from Tilburg, Waalwijk, Kaatsheuvel, Drunen, and other nearby locations – by car or bicycle.
-No experience? No problem – we provide full on-the-job training!
What we offer
- Earn a gross hourly salary of €15.52, with additional allowances for evening (130%) and night shifts (140%).
- A temporary contract with the prospect of a permanent position.
- Flexibility to work part-time (minimum 24 hours) or full-time, based on your availability.
- Travel expense reimbursement starting from 10 km one way.
- A supportive work environment with friendly colleagues and a positive team atmosphere.
- Opportunities to grow and develop your skills in a dynamic production setting.
Job Requirements
- Reside near Kaatsheuvel or waalwijk and can commute independently.
- Speak Dutch and/or English at a B1+ proficiency level.
- Willing to work in 2- or 3-shift rotations (morning, afternoon, night).
- Available at least 3 days per week for various shifts.
About the company
Uniekaas, founded in 1956, is the oldest cheese brand in the Netherlands. We produce our delicious cheeses using traditional Gouda methods and our own recipe. Our cheese masters carefully select and age the finest cheeses daily, resulting in high-quality, flavorful cheese. Our production site in Kaatsheuvel is easily accessible from Tilburg, Breda, Waalwijk, Drunen, Oosterhout, Dongen, and Loon op Zand.At Uniekaas, you can work in a food production environment in various roles such as production worker, packer, packing assistant, warehouse staff, logistics worker, and factory operator. This is an English-speaking workplace, suitable for people who speak English and/or Dutch or want to learn.The Uniekaas team from Start People is on-site three days a week. During these days, we hold a drop-in consultation during shift changes, where you are always welcome to stop by with questions or for support. We also use WhatsApp to stay easily reachable on other days for candidates and employees.
