Dispatch Operative

Morva Recruitment; Indian Queens; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible or hybrid working options

Healthcare cash plan

Company pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company events

Ongoing training, appraisals and个人开发机会

Job summary

Morva Recruitment is recruiting a Dispatch Operative to join a busy manufacturing and production team. You will plan and coordinate the dispatch of finished goods, ensure stock is accurately recorded, and work with production and logistics to meet delivery deadlines.

You will pack securely, load onto transport, and maintain records using our internal system. The role offers hybrid working options, healthcare cash plan, pension, sick pay and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current, valid licence/certification to operate material handling equipment (e.g. forklift).
• Previous experience in dispatch, warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to health and safety.
• Ability to complete tasks efficiently and ensure stock movements are accurately recorded.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the dispatch of finished goods to meet customer requirements.
• Work with Dispatch Supervisor, Production and Workshop to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Pack products securely for transportation.
• Load finished goods onto transport vehicles.
• Load and unload deliveries using materials handling equipment.
• Move materials safely around the site.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly stock takes.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records in the internal system.
• Liaise with other departments to meet delivery schedules.
• Follow procedures and maintain documentation.
• Keep dispatch and storage areas clean, organised and hazard-free.
• Carry out other duties as requested.

Skills

Licence to operate MHE forklift

Dispatch/warehouse experience

Teamwork and independence

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health and safety awareness

Stock movement recording

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Dispatch Operative to join a busy manufacturing and production team.

Reporting to the Dispatch Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring products are prepared, packed and dispatched efficiently while supporting the movement of materials across the site. You'll work closely with production, logistics and project teams to help meet customer delivery deadlines and maintain accurate stock records.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the dispatch of finished goods to meet customer requirements.
• Work closely with the Dispatch Supervisor, Production and Workshop teams to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Pack products securely for transportation.
• Load finished goods onto transport vehicles.
• Load and unload deliveries using the appropriate materials handling equipment.
• Move materials safely around the site.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly stock takes.
• Maintain accurate records of stock and material movements using the company's internal system.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure delivery schedules are achieved.
• Follow company procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
• Keep the dispatch and storage areas clean, organised and free from hazards.
• Carry out any other duties reasonably requested by the Dispatch Supervisor.

Requirements

• A current, valid licence/certification to operate material handling equipment (e.g. forklift).
• Previous experience within a dispatch, warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to health and safety.
• The ability to complete tasks efficiently and ensure stock movements are accurately recorded.

What’s on Offer

• Flexible or hybrid working options (where applicable).
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Company pension.
• Sick pay.
• On-site parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Company events.
• Ongoing training, appraisals and personal development opportunities.

We are an established and growing engineering and manufacturing business supplying innovative solutions to the UK infrastructure sector. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, respect and equal opportunity, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds