Dispatch Supervisor (Manufacturing)

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Dispatch Supervisor to oversee the distribution of metal products. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a small team effectively. The ideal candidate will be hands-on and ready to implement process improvements in a dynamic environment. You will enjoy a secure position with competitive benefits, including holidays and a pension plan.

Benefits

23 + 8 holidays

Company pension

Employee Assistance programme

Eyecare

Company social events

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within Manufacturing or Engineering.
• Ability to implement changes in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage dispatch operations with full autonomy.
• Supervise warehouse activities and transport management.
• Conduct vehicle checks and ensure compliance with working hours.

Skills

Leadership

Process Improvement

Transport Management

Tools

Counterbalance

FLT

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Dispatch Supervisor - Manufacturing environment

Mon-Fri 08:30-17:00

Reporting to the Production Manager, the role of dispatch supervisor will be responsible for the safe and efficient distribution of metal products to the end customer.

The Dispatch team is small but mighty, consisting of 2 warehouse operatives and 1-2 drivers. You will organise the department and lead from the front.

This is a role where you will wear many hats, therefore duties will include but will not be limited to:

Management and Administration tasks:

• Running the despatch operation will full autonomy
• Assessing and improving current processes
• Working in partnership with the Sales and Production teams
• Working with HR to conduct RTW interviews, Investigations, head count increases etc.

Warehouse/Dispatch - Supervising but also working hands on:

• Transporting of products between building using the Counterbalance
• Printing labels and Packing customer orders
• Loading and unloading deliveries using FLT

Transport Management

• Conducting weekly vehicle checks
• Booking and prioritising deliveries
• Ensure that drivers are sticking to/not exceeding working hours
• Checking POD's
• Utilising the company's fleet before outsourcing to carriers

To be considered you will have worked in a similar leadership role within the Manufacturing OR Engineering industry. This is not a spotless environment; you must be prepared to get your hands dirty and not be afraid to implement changes.

What do you get in return?

• A secure, permanent role within a reputable business
• 23 + 8 holidays
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance programme and eyecare.
• A friendly and supportive team with company social events

If you are interested and have the relevant work history please APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.