Food Processing & Packaging Assistant

Location: Czech Republic

Salary: €1,850-2,035/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 7

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

Sort, weigh and package food products on the production line. Monitor conveyor belt for defects and remove non-conforming items. Maintain strict personal hygiene and food safety standards. Apply labels and date codes to finished packages. Operate wrapping and sealing machines under supervision.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 07:00–16:00 · Day shift.
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in Czech Republic
Czech Republic is central Europe's automotive hub — Skoda, Hyundai and TPCA all run plants here, plus dozens of tier-1 suppliers. The Employee Card combines work and residence rights and typically takes 8 to 12 weeks to process at the consulate stage. Cost of living is roughly half that of Germany; Pilsen, Mlada Boleslav and Ostrava are the main industrial towns with affordable rent. A long-established Vietnamese community and growing South Asian presence make integration easier than in some other CEE countries.

What this role looks like day-to-day
A normal day moves between picking orders against a hand-scanner, packing them on labelled pallets, and operating a low-level forklift or pallet jack. Modern warehouses are climate-controlled and most picking is done within walking distance of your station. This role suits workers comfortable on their feet, with steady hand-eye coordination, and an ability to maintain accuracy as the picking pace builds toward end-of-shift cutoffs.

Who fits and how to apply
Hiring is currently active for 20 workers at €1,850-2,035/month on a 1 year contract. Workers without prior factory experience are welcome — onboarding covers the equipment, safety rules, and shift rhythm. Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site on the language side. Contract benefits include accommodation, meals, uniform, employer-provided accommodation, work permit and visa support. CHI Recruiting handles document preparation, employer match, work permit and visa filing — full paid recruitment service with transparent pricing disclosed before you commit.

Job reference: CHI-290DB40B.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for Czech Republic?

Processing typically runs 8-12 weeks once your documents are in order (passport, education attestation, police clearance, medical fitness). CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side application; the worker pays government fees (medical, embassy, document chain) which are disclosed transparently up front.

What language level is needed at the plant?

For this specific role: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Most multinational plants run in English on the floor with simplified communication and pictogram safety signs. Free or subsidised on-site language classes are common after month 1.

What about the climate and lifestyle in Czech Republic?

Continental — cold winters. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. Czech Republic has growing migrant-worker communities, especially in industrial cities. Free time activities, religious facilities, halal/vegetarian food access — these vary by city and CHI Recruiting briefs every worker pre-departure.

Do I need previous experience for this Food Processing & Packaging Assistant?

No prior experience is required for this position. Paid on-the-job training runs through your first 2-4 weeks at the plant, after which you operate independently with periodic supervision. Workers from any blue-collar background adapt smoothly.

Is forklift certification required?

Forklift or pallet-jack certification is paid by the employer and is typically completed within the first 2-4 weeks. Workers without certification still pick orders manually until certified — pay is the same.

What is included in the contract for this Food Processing & Packaging Assistant?

Salary is €1,850-2,035/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 20 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/food-processing-packaging-assistant-czech-republic-290db40b