Export Packing Operative

People Solutions; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting an Export Packing Operative for a client in Leicester, Leicestershire. This specialist export packing role focuses on timber case making and secure packaging to international standards.

The position is permanent, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, with no weekend work. You will join an established organisation and contribute to high-quality packing solutions for UK and international shipments.

Qualifications

• Substantial export packing experience required.
• Experience building timber cases and crates.
• Ability to interpret measurements accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and securely pack goods for UK and international transport.
• Take accurate measurements and follow packing specifications.
• Select packing methods based on size, weight and nature of goods.
• Build bespoke timber cases, wooden crates and specialist export packaging.
• Use woodworking machinery and power tools safely and accurately.
• Handle heavy, awkward and high-value items.
• Load and unload freight safely.
• Ensure packing meets quality and safety standards.
• Work efficiently to deadlines in a busy environment.

Skills

Export packing experience

Timber case making

Woodworking machinery

Accurate measurement interpretation

Safety standards

Tools

FLT licence

Job description

Export Packing Operative - Leicester, Leicestershire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Export Packing Operative to join our well-established client based in Leicester, Leicestershire.

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary of £32,000-£40,000 per annum, Monday-to-Friday working, sociable daytime hours and the chance to join an established organisation within a specialist export packing environment.

£32,000-£40,000 Per Annum | Permanent Position | Monday to Friday | 8am-4pm | No Weekend Working

This position would suit applicants who have previously worked as an Export Packing Operative, Industrial Packer, Export Case Maker, Timber Case Maker, Wooden Crate Maker or Export Packing Technician.

Please note: This is a specialist export packing position, not a general warehouse, picking or packing role. Previous relevant export packing experience is essential.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00am - 4:00pm
• No weekend working
• Permanent, full-time position

Rates of Pay

• £32,000-£40,000 per annum
• Salary dependent on experience

Benefits

As an Export Packing Operative, you will receive:

• Competitive salary of £32,000-£40,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Monday-to-Friday working
• Sociable daytime hours
• No weekend working
• Opportunity to join an established organisation
• Specialist role utilising your existing export packing and case-making experience

Day-to-Day Duties

• Preparing and securely packing goods for UK and international transportation
• Taking accurate measurements and working to individual packing specifications
• Selecting appropriate packing methods based on the size, weight and nature of goods
• Building bespoke timber cases, wooden crates and specialist export packaging
• Using woodworking machinery and hand-held power tools safely and accurately
• Handling heavy, awkward, fragile and high-value items
• Loading and unloading freight safely
• Ensuring all packing meets required quality and safety standards
• Working efficiently to deadlines within a busy operational environment

Essential Skills

• Substantial previous export packing experience
• Experience within industrial or specialist packing environments
• Previous timber case-making or specialist wooden packaging experience
• Experience building bespoke wooden cases and crates
• Confidence using woodworking machinery and power tools
• Ability to interpret measurements and dimensions accurately
• Understanding of safe packing methods for goods in transit
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to safely handle heavy and awkward items
• Reliable, professional and flexible approach to work

Desirable Experience

• Experience handling oversized, fragile, irregular or high-value cargo
• Previous experience within export case manufacturing
• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Basic DBS check