Our client based in Northamptonshire has an opportunity for a Despatch Operative to join their busy team. Reporting to the shift manager, you will contribute to the production target.
Evening Shift - 2pm to 10pm
20% Shift Allowance
Responsibilities:
* Ensure products and customer orders are packed, labelled and despatched correctly following procedures.
* Check vehicle and driver credentials to ensure all statutory and company requirements are met.
* Comply with IMDG ADR and IATA requirements, completing all documentation as required.
* Communicate and liaise with shipping department as required.
* Ensure excellent hygiene and housekeeping for packaging, yard area and storage.
* Ensure FLT trucks are checked before use and charged as per company policy.
* Contribute to the goals and objectives of that team.
* Ensuring all equipment used is clean and dry to meet hygiene standards.
* ensuring all work areas are clean, tidy and safe to reduce the risk of injury.
* Operation of the FIFO system, and report any spillage or compounding errors, to ensure accurate stock levels.
* Any other duties as requested, providing you are adequately trained and provided with required PPE.
Requirements:
* FLT License.
* Good English comprehension and mathematics.
* Enthusiastic team player and keen to learn.
* Excellent self-motivation with the ability to work on own initiative.
* Excellent time management.
* Health, Safety & Environmental enthusiasm to ensure own and others safety.
* Excellent Numeracy & communication skills.
* Good IT skills.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX will be an advantage.
* Able to work efficiently and effectively with attention to detail