Chilled Despatch & Order Picker – Growth & Benefits

Cranswick PLC; Sherburn in Elmet; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discounts

Service awards

Career development

Training

Increased holiday entitlement

Social events

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Cranswick Gourmet Bacon is seeking Despatch Operatives / Order Pickers for a chilled environment. The role involves accurate picking, labelling and despatch of goods, with 4 on/4 off shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

You will work closely with the team to ensure on-time delivery and maintain strict hygiene and safety standards. Ideal candidates are reliable, proactive and able to work under pressure, with good communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and proactive with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with accuracy.
• Flexible and adaptable with a positive attitude.
• Reach Truck or Counterbalance licence is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in order picking, despatch or warehouse operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick and prepare orders for despatch in line with customer specifications.
• Ensure products are correctly labelled and recorded before loading.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and efficiency to meet daily despatch targets.
• Operate safety-approved handling equipment (Reach Truck/Counterbalance) where trained.
• Support stock rotation and inventory control within the despatch area.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors for smooth workflow and communication.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment per site hygiene standards.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication

Teamwork

Under pressure

Flexibility

Tools

Reach Truck licence

Counterbalance licence

Job description

Cranswick Gourmet Bacon is seeking Despatch Operatives / Order Pickers for a chilled environment. The role involves accurate picking, labelling and despatch of goods, with 4 on/4 off shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

You will work closely with the team to ensure on-time delivery and maintain strict hygiene and safety standards. Ideal candidates are reliable, proactive and able to work under pressure, with good communication and teamwork.