Despatch Operative

Despatch Operative

Location: Cinderford, Gloucestershire

Salary: Starting from £11.94 per hour (Depending on licenses held)

Our client is seeking a Despatch Operative to be based at their Cinderford site in the Forest of Dean. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest Red Meat processing Companies in the UK and Ireland.

The Role

The successful candidate will be part of a busy despatch team, supporting the day to day running of the Despatch Department, contributing to ensuring that the appropriate documentation is completed and will also assist in ensuring that strict deadlines are met whilst complying with customer specifications, meat quality, hygiene standards and health and safety requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience of using Counterbalance FLT, Reach FLT and Shunt vehicle – training to update these licences can be provided
• Ability to cope with manual handling tasks
• A good communicator who takes pride in their work and takes a team-orientated approach to working within a busy environment
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work within health and safety guidelines
• Flexible approach to working hours

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience of working in a despatch environment
• Food hygiene qualification
• Willing to undergo Shunter training

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.