Food Processing & Packaging Assistant

Location: Slovakia

Salary: €1,700-1,870/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 14

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: 3-shift rotation (days / evenings / nights).
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in Slovakia
Slovakia per capita produces more cars than any other country in the world — Volkswagen, Kia, Stellantis and Land Rover all operate full-scale assembly plants here. A single permit covering work and residence usually clears in 6 to 10 weeks at consulates abroad. Cost of living is roughly comparable to Czech Republic; Bratislava is the most expensive but most plants are in lower-cost regions. Vietnamese and Serbian communities anchor most migrant networks; English is widely spoken inside multinational plants.

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 21 workers at €1,700-1,870/month on a 1 year contract. No prior experience is required — full on-the-job training is provided in the first 2-4 weeks. Language requirement: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site 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-E0B6FC59.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

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

FAQ

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

Salary is €1,700-1,870/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 21 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

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 Slovakia?

Cold continental winters. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. Slovakia 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.

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

Processing typically runs 6-10 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.

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.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/food-processing-packaging-assistant-slovakia-e0b6fc59