Packing Operative

Senior Bird Bellows; Congleton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company located in Congleton seeks a motivated individual for a role focused on preparing and packaging products for shipment. Responsibilities include quality checks, loading, and unloading, all while complying with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have logistics experience and possess GCSEs in English and Mathematics. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a 4-day week, excellent pension scheme, and opportunities for social engagement.

Benefits

4-day working week

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Social and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and IT for booking processes.
• Capable of inspecting work to company and customer standards.
• Full driving license required; FLT license desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and package products according to specifications.
• Ensure correct quantities and conduct final quality checks.
• Load and unload transport vehicles safely.

Skills

Experience in a logistics environment

Familiarity with logistics storage and material-handling systems

Strong numerical reasoning

Methodical work style

Effective self-management

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Tools

IT systems for workload management

Job description

Company Description

Based in Congleton, Cheshire, Senior Bird Bellows was established in 1975 as a family run operation serving the petro‑chemical and gas industries. Since then, we have evolved to become one of the industry leaders in the design, development and manufacture of pressure duct systems, flexible joints and insulation for highly regulated industries. We have established customers in aerospace (both civil and military), as well as in the nuclear, oil and gas, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Job Description

The role involves preparing and packaging products for shipment in line with customer specifications and company packing standards, ensuring correct quantities and conducting final quality checks before packing. Responsibilities include printing and attaching identification labels, safely loading and unloading transport vehicles, and handling goods in a way that prevents damage or deterioration. All storage, handling and shipping activities must follow the company’s Integrated Management Procedures and be carried out with a strong focus on safety.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate has experience working in a logistics environment and using IT systems for workload management and booking processes, with additional value placed on familiarity with logistics storage and material‑handling systems. They should hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics and be capable of inspecting work to both company and customer standards, demonstrating strong numerical reasoning, a methodical work style, and effective self‑management. Key personal qualities include enthusiasm, a positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. A full driving licence is essential, and possessing a forklift truck (FLT) licence is desirable.

Additional Information

We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment that values your wellbeing and work‑life balance. Enjoy the benefits of a 4-day working week, giving you more time for what matters most. We also provide an excellent pension scheme, life assurance, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Our team regularly takes part in social and wellbeing events, helping you stay connected, supported, and engaged both in and outside of work.

Contract Information: Day shift - Monday - Thursday (36hrs) £13.09 p/h effective January 2026