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Worker at a chicken processing plant
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zł 6280-9300/month
Solec Kujawski
TYPE OF WORK
- Worker at a poultry processing plant
- Work location: Solec Kujawski (about 15 minutes from Bydgoszcz)
- Paperwork processing: Bydgoszcz
DUTIES
Products
- Inspecting the appearance and integrity of products before packaging
- Packaging products in accordance with technical standards
- Ensuring products are properly labeled
Quality Control
- Inspecting product quality and removing defective items
Warehouse
- Loading finished boxes into trucks for shipment
Filleting
- Separating chicken fillets from bones using a knife
- Work is performed manually on the production line
Weighing
- Checking the weight of chicken carcasses or packages in accordance with established standards
- Placing products on the scales
- Checking readings and rejecting products that are underweight or overweight
Line Operator
- Monitoring the operation of the production conveyor
- Ensuring products are fed correctly
- Ensuring uninterrupted operation of equipment
Cleaning
- Washing equipment, conveyors, workbenches, and containers using special cleaning agents
- Start of product processing shift — 5:00 PM
- Transition to cleaning shift — 10:00 PM–11:00 PM
Cleaning
- Cleaning changing rooms and production areas after the shift
- Assisting in the kitchen and serving food
Gutting
- Removing internal organs (liver, heart) for further processing
- Placing products near the machine
Hanging
- Hanging chickens by their legs
- Chickens are tranquilized using ultraviolet light
- No blood present
REQUIREMENTS
- No prior experience required
- Knowledge of Polish not required
- Women must not have artificial nails or eyelashes
CONDITIONS
Salary
- 31.40–35.90 PLN/hour gross + bonuses (based on output)
- Bonuses depend on the output of the workgroup on the production line, as well as on the foreman’s evaluation.
In accordance with Polish law, once the annual income limit of 30,000 zł is exceeded, any additional earnings are subject to an additional tax (PIT 12%).
Work Schedule
- Mon–Fri, shift work (Sat as needed by the company)
- Shifts: Shift I: 3:00 AM/6:00 AM–3:00 PM/6:00 PM, Shift II: 11:00 AM/2:00 PM–11:00 PM/2:00 AM
Working Hours
- 200–260+ hours per month
Work Clothing and Footwear
- Provided free of charge by the employer
Medical Examination
- 220 zł (deducted from the first paycheck)
Working Conditions
- Temperature:
- Washing / warehouse / production line / filleting: +8…+9°C
- Gutting: +10…+15°C
- Hanging: temperature corresponds to outdoor temperature
- Workrooms: +5…+15°C
Free meals twice a day
LIVING CONDITIONS
Accommodation Costs
- 790 PLN/month (deducted from your salary to cover utilities)
- Accommodation: 2–4 people per room
- Facilities include a shower, bathtub, washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen
- Internet access is available
- You must provide your own bedding
- Worker at a poultry processing plant
- Work location: Solec Kujawski (about 15 minutes from Bydgoszcz)
- Paperwork processing: Bydgoszcz
Products
- Inspecting the appearance and integrity of products before packaging
- Packaging products in accordance with technical standards
- Ensuring products are properly labeled
Quality Control
- Inspecting product quality and removing defective items
Warehouse
- Loading finished boxes into trucks for shipment
Filleting
- Separating chicken fillets from bones using a knife
- Work is performed manually on the production line
Weighing
- Checking the weight of chicken carcasses or packages in accordance with established standards
- Placing products on the scales
- Checking readings and rejecting products that are underweight or overweight
Line Operator
- Monitoring the operation of the production conveyor
- Ensuring products are fed correctly
- Ensuring uninterrupted operation of equipment
Cleaning
- Washing equipment, conveyors, workbenches, and containers using special cleaning agents
- Start of product processing shift — 5:00 PM
- Transition to cleaning shift — 10:00 PM–11:00 PM
Cleaning
- Cleaning changing rooms and production areas after the shift
- Assisting in the kitchen and serving food
Gutting
- Removing internal organs (liver, heart) for further processing
- Placing products near the machine
Hanging
- Hanging chickens by their legs
- Chickens are tranquilized using ultraviolet light
- No blood present
- No prior experience required
- Knowledge of Polish not required
- Women must not have artificial nails or eyelashes
Salary
- 31.40–35.90 PLN/hour gross + bonuses (based on output)
- Bonuses depend on the output of the workgroup on the production line, as well as on the foreman’s evaluation.
In accordance with Polish law, once the annual income limit of 30,000 zł is exceeded, any additional earnings are subject to an additional tax (PIT 12%).
Work Schedule
- Mon–Fri, shift work (Sat as needed by the company)
- Shifts: Shift I: 3:00 AM/6:00 AM–3:00 PM/6:00 PM, Shift II: 11:00 AM/2:00 PM–11:00 PM/2:00 AM
Working Hours
- 200–260+ hours per month
Work Clothing and Footwear
- Provided free of charge by the employer
Medical Examination
- 220 zł (deducted from the first paycheck)
Working Conditions
- Temperature:
- Washing / warehouse / production line / filleting: +8…+9°C
- Gutting: +10…+15°C
- Hanging: temperature corresponds to outdoor temperature
- Workrooms: +5…+15°C
Free meals twice a day
Accommodation Costs
- 790 PLN/month (deducted from your salary to cover utilities)
- Accommodation: 2–4 people per room
- Facilities include a shower, bathtub, washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen
- Internet access is available
- You must provide your own bedding
Full Support
At Gremi Personal, we care about ensuring every employee feels confident from their first day of cooperation. It's important to us that you not only have stable employment, but also feel care and support at every stage.
What exactly do we do for you?
Job Placement We help you find a vacancy that matches your experience and preferences. Consultations with recruiters are always free, and response to your application is within the next business day at most.
Documentation and Legalization We accompany you through all formalities: PESEL registration, opening a bank account, submitting documents for a residence card. Our lawyers will help you go through this process without unnecessary stress.
Coordinator Support Bilingual coordinators will meet you in Poland, help with accommodation and your first day at work. They're always available regarding housing, payments or working conditions — the first point of contact for any questions.
Care Department Constantly in touch with employees: provides consultations, conducts surveys, helps resolve issues and improves quality of life and work.
Insurance and Telemedicine All our employees receive state health insurance and also have access to online consultations with doctors in Ukrainian.
Accomodation We provide comfortable apartments, hostels or houses for accommodation. If you rent your own housing — for many vacancies we compensate part of the expenses.
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Questions and answers
What is Umowa zlecenie?
Umowa zlecenie (mandate contract) is a civil law contract, the most common among foreign workers. It's flexible, allows working different hours. Social security contributions (ZUS) are paid from this contract, but it's not regulated by the Labor Code, so it usually doesn't include paid vacation or sick leave.
Does the company help with submitting documents for a residence card?
Yes. Our administration department helps fill out the application, collect necessary documents and sends the complete package to relevant institutions.
What is the success rate for obtaining 3-year residence cards for your employees?
If all documents are in order — the employee receives a residence card.
Does the company issue invitations for opening work visas?
Yes. Details are provided by your recruiter.
What is PESEL and what is it needed for?
PESEL is an 11-digit identification number needed for tax purposes, banking, healthcare and other official matters. The coordinator helps obtain it after arrival.
What to do if the visa or residence card expires?
We issue visa invitations for free or submit documents for a residence card.
Is transport to the workplace organized?
Depends on the vacancy. If work is far from the city or accommodation — transport is usually organized.
Will a coordinator meet at the station and help with accommodation?
Yes, usually a coordinator meets during working hours. If outside working hours — a recruiter or support department helps.
When and where is the employment contract signed?
At the office after arrival (Mon–Fri 8:00 to 16:00).
How does the medical examination work and who pays for it?
Everything depends on the vacancy. At food enterprises, you need to get a health book and tests. The process takes from 1 to several days.
Can you see the enterprise before starting work?
At some enterprises, yes, check with the recruiter.
How long does document processing take?
Depends on the vacancy. Sometimes starting work is possible the day after arrival, sometimes you need to wait 1–1.5 weeks.
Is accommodation provided and what are the conditions?
Yes. On average 500 PLN/month (deducted from salary). Usually 2–4 people per room.
What are the living conditions in accommodation?
There's furniture, household appliances, and basic dishes. You need to have bed linens.
Do I need to bring personal items?
We recommend bringing bedding and necessary dishes, but everything can be bought in Poland too.
Is there Wi-Fi in accommodation?
Yes, usually there is.
Can I see photos of accommodation in advance?
In most cases yes, but not always, because accommodation might be new.
What are the working conditions?
Everything meets standards. Details depend on the specific vacancy.
When is the salary calculated?
From the 15th to 20th of the following month. Advance payment is possible after 5 days of work.
What is the "30 thousand threshold"?
This is non-taxable annual income (30,000 PLN). Up to this amount no tax is withheld, after — a 12% rate applies.
Why might salary decrease after a certain point?
Due to reaching the 30,000 PLN threshold and the start of taxation.
Why is "money deducted" from salary?
These are tax deductions (zaliczki na PIT) that the employer transfers to the tax office.
Why isn't sick leave paid?
Because most work under Umowa zlecenie, which doesn't provide for sick leave payment.
Why don't we hire minors?
Because our vacancies involve full employment, and minors usually look for temporary work.
Why do students pay more for accommodation?
Because students are exempt from taxes, their hourly rate is higher. Even considering higher accommodation fees, they receive more than other workers.
What to bring for border crossing?
Necessary documents (passport, visa, insurance, invitation, etc.). The recruiter provides the list.
How long do I have to wait for an invitation?
From 7 days. From June 1st, waiting time may be longer due to law changes.
Can I take vacation and return to the same position?
Yes, if you agree on dates with the coordinator in advance.