Dispatch Operative
£14.51 per hour
Devizes, Wiltshire
4 on, 4 off shift pattern / 18.00hrs - 06.00hrs
Temp to Perm Position
Company Transport is provided from Swindon or Chippenham.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great team within a well established food production company in Devizes. You will be working within a fast-paced warehouse department, ensuring orders are organised and dispatched within the required timescale. A good level of English, both verbal and written, is required for the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the correct procedures are followed for picking and loading customer orders.
- Assist with picking and loading activities when required.
- Count finished goods stock at the start or end of each shift.
- Accurately complete load sheets and computer spreadsheets.
- Pick customer orders to the required quality and accuracy standards.
- Load vehicles safely and complete all relevant documentation for completed loads.
- Work as a multi-functional team member and support the Team Manager and colleagues across other production lines when required.
- Follow all company health and safety procedures and requirements.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety.
- Keep the working area clean, organised and tidy at all times.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and health and safety.
- Report any non-standard conditions or issues immediately to minimise waste and prevent further problems.
Person Specification
- Basic IT skills.
- Good level of English (both written & verbal)
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- The ability to identify and solve problems and provide practical solutions.
- A strong commitment to quality, cleaning and hygiene standards.
- A willingness to learn new processes and skills.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- An excellent attitude and strong work ethic.
- Enthusiasm for food production and working within a food manufacturing environment.
- The ability and willingness to complete and pass food-related training and qualifications.
- A flexible approach to supporting different areas of the operation.
Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Previous warehouse experience is essential.
- Previous experience operating MHE (Material Handling Equipment) is essential.
- Current FLT Licence (advantageous but not essential, however, previous FLT experience is required)
- Experience working in a food production, manufacturing or warehouse environment would be advantageous.
- Good understanding of workplace health and safety procedures.
- Ability to follow instructions and company procedures accurately.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for candidates who are reliable, hardworking, safety-conscious and willing to learn. The successful candidate should have a positive attitude, good attention to detail and be comfortable working as part of a busy team.
Previous warehouse and MHE experience is essential for this position.