Aerospace Packaging & Despatch Operator

DCS Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Recruitment is seeking a Production Support Operative to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer in Greater Manchester. The role focuses on packaging, despatch and general production support in a hands-on environment.

You will hand package high-quality components, prepare goods for despatch, and organise transport via internal drivers and external couriers. Local driving and forklift duties may be required while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging and despatch within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Stores or warehouse experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling components.
• Reliable, organised, and capable of working as part of a team.
• Able to follow safety procedures and 5S standards.

Responsibilities

• Hand package small aerospace components ready for external treatments or final delivery.
• Prepare components for despatch and ensure proper packaging.
• Organise transport using internal drivers, TNT and external courier services.
• Carry out local driving duties for delivery and collection of goods.
• Support basic sheet metal and assembly tasks as required.
• Carry out ad-hoc forklift duties to support staff.
• Provide general production and handyman support across the manufacturing environment.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and adhere to 5S standards.
• Collaborate with production, stores and despatch teams to move goods efficiently.

Skills

Packaging experience

Despatch experience

Stores experience

Attention to detail

Reliable and organised

Team player

Job description

DCS Recruitment is seeking a Production Support Operative to join a well-established aerospace manufacturer in Greater Manchester. The role focuses on packaging, despatch and general production support in a hands-on environment.

You will hand package high-quality components, prepare goods for despatch, and organise transport via internal drivers and external couriers. Local driving and forklift duties may be required while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.