Despatch Operative

A259 Recruitment; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay accrual

Temp to perm opportunity

Job summary

A client in Newhaven, West Sussex is seeking a dedicated Despatch worker to join their manufacturing team. The role involves assisting in packaging and despatch, ensuring correct procedures, and following health and safety protocols.

The position is temp to perm, with hours 8am–5pm, Mon–Thu and 8am–1:30pm on Fridays, paying £12.71 per hour and around £26,100 per year when permanent. The successful candidate will assemble picture frames with precision, use hand and power tools, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Previous factory working experience with an understanding of assembly processes.
• Proficiency in using hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers.
• Experience with power tools relevant to assembly tasks.
• Previous warehouse experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wooden picture frames and products following detailed specifications and diagrams.
• Use hand tools and power tools to secure parts and complete assemblies.
• Inspect assembled items for quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace to facilitate efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.

Skills

Assembly processes

Hand tools

Power tools

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Technical instructions

Teamwork

Tools

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Power tools

Job description

Our client in Newhaven, West Sussex is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Despatch worker to join their manufacturing team.

• Assist in the packaging and DESPATCH DEPT in preparation of finished products for shipment.
• To ensure that correct procedures in packaging are followed.
• Follow health and safety protocols at all times during assembly operations.
• SAFETY SHOES REQUIRED.

This a temp to perm role for the right candidate.

Hours of work: 8am to 5pm Mon to Thurs- 8am to 1.30pm -Fridays.

£12.71 x 39.5 hrs per week = £502 per week PLUS-Holiday pay on accrued hours- Equivalent to £26,100 per annum +++ when transferred onto a permanant contract.

The successful candidate will possibly be involved in the assembling of picture frames with precision and efficiency, ensuring high-quality standards are met.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills within a dynamic warehouse environment, contributing to the production process of various goods.

Other duties when required

• Assembly of wooden picture frames and products following detailed specifications and diagrams.
• Use hand tools and power tools to secure parts and complete assemblies
• Inspect assembled items for quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organise workspace to facilitate efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.

Skills

• Previous factory working experience with an understanding of assembly processes
• Proficiency in using hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers.
• Experience with power tools relevant to assembly tasks
• Previous warehouse experience is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately
• Good organisational skills with the ability to work effectively within a team environment

Please be advised that the working hours may increase from October 2026-ie Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm*- 42.5 hrs per week