Despatch Operative

Our client based in Northamptonshire has an opportunity for a Despatch Operative to join their busy team. Reporting to the shift manager, you will contribute to the production target.

Evening Shift - 2pm to 10pm 

20% Shift Allowance

Responsibilities:

• Ensure products and customer orders are packed, labelled and despatched correctly following procedures.


• Check vehicle and driver credentials to ensure all statutory and company requirements are met.


• Comply with IMDG ADR and IATA requirements, completing all documentation as required.


• Communicate and liaise with shipping department as required.


• Ensure excellent hygiene and housekeeping for packaging, yard area and storage.


• Ensure FLT trucks are checked before use and charged as per company policy.


• Contribute to the goals and objectives of that team.


• Ensuring all equipment used is clean and dry to meet hygiene standards.


• ensuring all work areas are clean, tidy and safe to reduce the risk of injury.


• Operation of the FIFO system, and report any spillage or compounding errors, to ensure accurate stock levels.


• Any other duties as requested, providing you are adequately trained and provided with required PPE.

Requirements:

• FLT License.


• Good English comprehension and mathematics.


• Enthusiastic team player and keen to learn.


• Excellent self-motivation with the ability to work on own initiative.


• Excellent time management.


• Health, Safety & Environmental enthusiasm to ensure own and others safety.


• Excellent Numeracy & communication skills.


• Good IT skills.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX will be an advantage.


• Able to work efficiently and effectively with attention to detail.