Dispatch Operative 16/07/2026

Gressingham Foods; Diss; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training + lunch on day 1

Discounted staff shop

Christmas bonus

Full PPE and induction

Employee support services

Job summary

Gressingham Foods is seeking a Dispatch Operative for night shift at Redgrave, Diss. You will coordinate with management to ensure orders are picked and dispatched on time, monitor quality checks, and maintain correct dating and temperature control in a poultry processing setup.

Role requires forklift/pallet truck licensing (or willingness to train on site) and reliable transport. Full training provided, with a strong team-focused environment and safety-first policies.

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift and pallet truck license (or willingness to train onsite).
• Own transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with management to ensure orders are picked and dispatched accurately and on time.
• Monitor product quality checks: dates, temperatures, and cold-chain handling.
• Check products are correctly dated and at the correct temperature.
• Conduct daily inspections on Forklift, Pallet Truck & Pivot Steer Trucks.
• Comply with Health & Safety protocols and company policies.
• Other duties connected with poultry processing.

Skills

Forklift license

Pallet truck license

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Willingness to train

Job description

Dispatch Operative Night Shift at Redgrave, Diss

Role Overview

As a Dispatch Operative, you’ll:

• Coordinate with the management team to ensure orders are picked and dispatched accurately and on time
• Monitor and log product quality checks: dates, temperatures, correct cold‑chain handling
• Check products are correctly dated
• Check products are at the correct temperature
• Conduct inspections on Forklift, Pallet Truck & Pivot Steer Trucks daily
• Comply with all Health & Safety protocols and company policies
• Any other duties required connected with poultry processing

What You Bring

• Valid Forklift and pallet truck license (or willingness to train onsite)
• A keen eye for accuracy and cleanliness
• A positive, team oriented attitude
• Zero to minimal experience needed — enthusiasm and our full training (online/face to face) are all you need
• Own transport essential

Perks & Benefits

• Free training + lunch on day 1
• Subsidised Wild Duck Canteen
• Discounted staff shop + Christmas bonus
• Full PPE and comprehensive induction
• External counselling support
• Regular staff events and recognition