Despatch Packing Assistant

South West Recruitment; Verwood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent, full-time position

Early finish every Friday

Full training provided

Learn component marking and traceabilt

Job summary

South West Recruitment Ltd in Verwood, Dorset, is seeking a Despatch Packing Assistant to join a precision engineering team. You will prepare precision components for shipment, mark for traceability, and help organise outgoing deliveries.

The role emphasises accuracy, careful handling, and reliability within a busy manufacturing environment. Full training is provided; permanent, dayshift hours with an early finish every Friday, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• A careful and methodical approach to work is required.
• Good organisational skills and reliability are important.
• Ability to follow established processes and instructions precisely.
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a busy environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Pack and prepare precision components for shipment to customers and subcontractors.
• Ensure components are packaged safely to prevent damage during transport.
• Mark parts accurately for traceability using ink, vibro or dot peen methods.
• Check part numbers and specifications before marking.
• Record and organise stock within the department; monitor consumables and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Methodical approach

Organisational skills

Reliability

Follow instructions

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Tools

Ink marking

Vibro marking

Dot peen marking

Job description

Location: Verwood, Dorset
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £26,364 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week, Days
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.30pm
Friday: 7.30am - 12.30pm

We are recruiting for a Despatch Packing Assistant to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Verwood, Dorset.

This is a varied, hands‑on role supporting a busy despatch department, preparing high-quality precision engineered components for shipment to customers and subcontractors.

A key part of the position will also involve accurately marking components for traceability purposes. Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is reliable, organised and has excellent attention to detail.

The Role

As a Despatch Packing Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring finished components are correctly identified, packed and prepared for shipment.

Your duties will include:

• Packing and preparing precision components for shipment to customers and subcontractors.
• Ensuring components are packaged safely and securely to prevent damage during transportation.
• Assisting with the organisation and preparation of outgoing deliveries.
• Carrying out accurate part marking for identification and traceability.
• Using a variety of marking methods including ink, vibro and dot peen equipment.
• Checking part numbers and specifications carefully before marking components.
• Recording and organising stock within the department.
• Monitoring packaging materials and other consumable stock levels.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Supporting other areas of the business when required.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• A careful and methodical approach to work.
• Good organisational skills.
• A reliable and hard-working attitude.
• The ability to follow instructions and established processes accurately.
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities within a busy manufacturing environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, warehouse, stores, packing or despatch would be advantageous but is not essential.

Experience with component marking, labelling or handling precision parts would also be beneficial, although full training will be provided.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Monday to Friday days with an early finish every Friday.
• Full training provided.
• Opportunity to learn specialist component marking and traceability processes.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to develop experience within a precision engineering environment.
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with an established manufacturing company.

Job Title: Despatch Packing Assistant Job Reference: 50931 Salary: £26,364 per year Sector: Location: