Despatch Operative

GE Aviation; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Gloucester is seeking a Warehouse Associate to ensure proper packing and shipment of products. The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse packing experience, a valid Forklift license, and familiarity with shipping documentation. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work in compliance with export regulations. Flexible working arrangements are supported, along with a comprehensive benefits plan.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

26 days holiday with flexible options

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse packing experience.
• Familiar with manufacturing environment, aerospace preferred.
• Competent in using computerized systems.
• Current and valid Forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Packing Products / Parts / Materials for shipment.
• Controlling products awaiting packing.
• Loading freight and moving assembled Propellers.
• Providing information to the Despatch Administration Team.

Skills

Warehouse packing experience

Aerospace knowledge

Proven knowledge of Shipping documentation

Computer literacy

Forklift license

Known Consignor Qualification

Tools

Oracle R12

Job description

Job Description Summary

To ensure the protection of Product or Parts / Materials / Tooling during shipment to Customer or Supplier both International and within the UK. Loading of freight onto collection vehicles safely and securely and overseeing the handover of the freight to the designated Freight Company. Freight can be both Air and Road and must be packed to ATA300 Standard. Role includes operating a Forklift truck (License / Training required).

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Packing of Products / Parts / Materials and Tooling for shipment
• Controlling Products / Parts / Materials and Tooling awaiting packing.
• Packing of OE / Spares / Repairs and Tooling to ATA300 standard for Airfreight shipments.
• Ensure all components / parts etc are adequately packed to avoid damage or deterioration during transit – Guidelines found in PAC01.
• Pack Items etc against Despatch Note.
• Checking documentation against Shipment.
• Use of Forklift Truck to load freight and move assembled Propellers.

Support to Despatch Administration Team

• Provide information and support to the Despatch Administration Team.
• Raise any concerns with documentation / items or packing. Provide Weights and Dimensions to Admin Team via Oracle Telnet application.
• Print and attached shipping labels.

Export Regulation

• Work compliantly with Export Regulation for Military Parts.
• Awareness / Training regarding Aviation Security Regulation.

Quality Release (Subject to Passing Qualification)

• The Quality Release Code and Source Inspection information is accessed from the Sales Orders screen's Descriptive Flex Field (DFF).
• Select the Quality Release code and print the required Release document.
• Your Electronic signature will print on the documentation as per your release approval - Passport: All parts and materials excluding LRUs.
• Training for signing of Form 1 or C of C subject to successful completion of training and meeting qualifications requirements: See QMP 32.

AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Requirements

• Opportunity to join Out of Hours AOG rota (after qualifying period).
• Process / Respond to requests for AOG in a timely manner.
• Provide cover for Stores and Goods-in as per business requirements.
• Demonstrating good practise in inventory control, maintain accuracy.
• Update data accurately into the Business System as required.

Reports

• Shipping Report.
• Outstanding Despatches Report.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Previous warehouse packing experience (desired)
• Familiar with manufacturing environment – Aerospace preferred
• Proven knowledge of Shipping documentation / systems
• Competent in the use of computerised systems
• Current and valid Forklift licence
• Known Consignor Qualification (desired)

Desired Characteristics

• Team player
• Computer literate
• Numerate
• Quick learner - logical thought process
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and Question
• Oracle R12 Experience

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Relocation Assistance Provided

No