Despatch Operator

Our client is currently recruiting for 2x Despatch Operators at our new facility at Castleford.

Hours of work: Alternating weekly - 06:00 to 14:00 / 13:55 to 21:55 - 40 hours per week

Purpose of the Role:

Work within a team structure and accept deliveries, load vehicles, locate stock, pick stock and stock count/check when required. Operate safely, effectively and efficiently to provide a service to all customers of the department both internal and external.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Receipt and despatch of supplier/customer/3PL deliveries
• Accurate completion of paperwork relating to all aspects of the department
• Safe operation of MHE (Mechanical Handling Equipment) (must be licenced before operation)
• Rotate around all department roles (once fully trained)
• Ensure H&S policies and procedures are adhered to for personal and colleagues safety
• Work in conjunction with other team members towards KPI targets
• Operate and demonstrate 6S rules of the work place
• Communicate clearly and consistently with colleagues, suppliers and customers offering support at all times
• Willing to develop and be trained in all aspects of the department, particularly for H&S and manual handling policies and procedures
• Understands and complies with the requirements of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and the Environmental Permit as part of their day to day activities
• To carry out any other task commensurate with this post

Qualifications / Experience:

• Distribution/Warehouse qualification (Desirable)
• FLT Licence (counter/reach/VR/PPT) at least one type required
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to motivate self to achieve deadlines
• Professional and confident aptitude (at all levels)
• Fast paced environment, preferable gained within a manufacturing environment
• Previous warehouse experience is required
• Must be computer literate in all office programs and specifically in stock control programs such as (AS400, Movex, Red Prairie, Formul8, SAP etc.) both as a user and trainee

How to Apply

Please click on apply and submit your full CV. Please be aware you are also required to complete an online application form, this will be emailed to you on receipt of your CV.