In brief
The dispatch operative role focuses on preparing international and domestic orders for shipment through accurate picking and packing. Daily tasks include verifying order information, applying shipping labels, using ERP software, and operating forklift trucks to load and unload vehicles.
Best for
Warehouse operatives with forklift experience
Non-negotiable
Basic computer skills required
Worth knowing
Role requires working a late shift from 2.30pm to 11pm, Monday to Friday.
What you need
Required
Attention to detail
Clearly required in the listing
Order reconciliation
Clearly required in the listing
Basic computer skills
Clearly required in the listing
Health and safety
Strongly implied by the listing
Manual handling
Strongly implied by the listing
Teamwork
Strongly implied by the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
ERP
Clearly stated in the job description.
Preferred
Packaging industrial components
Clearly required in the listing
Processing goods
Clearly required in the listing
Your day-to-day
Verify outgoing shipments
Clearly stated in the job description.
Package finished orders
Clearly stated in the job description.
Apply shipping labels
Clearly stated in the job description.
Manage inventory systems
Clearly stated in the job description.
Load and unload vehicles
Clearly stated in the job description.
Operate warehouse equipment
Clearly stated in the job description.
Maintain safety standards
Clearly stated in the job description.
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Dispatch Operative Required ASAP Reading. Late Shoft 2.30pm - 11pm £13 - £14.50/hour Role: Dispatch operative is responsible for correctly pulling and packaging finished orders in preparation for international and domestic transit. This position requires high attention to detail with the ability to reconcile orders. Basic computer skills are essential. Working Hours: 2.30pm - 11pm Monday to Friday (Late Shift) Education: GSCE/NVQ or equivalentExperience: Packaging & shipping of industrial components preferred Processing of goods through company or third-party systemsMain Job Duties: Understand and follow all aspects of health, safety and risk management as set out by the company Compares identifying information and counts, weighs, or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against orders and records. Affixes shipping labels on packed cartons identifying shipping information on cartons. Packages select preassembled containers, inserts items into containers, using spacers, fillers, and protective padding. Use of computer programs such as ERP, Internet, regularly throughout the shift. Loading/Unloading of company or third-party vehicles. Operate company forklift trucks & manual handling equipment for department and in support of other departments in the plant. Undertake and complete all company mandated training.Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to operate cordless hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools. Ability to work in a cohesive team environment. Capacity to demonstrate retention of knowledge and products. Highly detail oriented with a critical degree of accuracy. Ability to demonstrate consistent high quantity completion while maintaining high quality packing standards. Basic computer skills (email, word)Personal Qualities/Behaviors: Ability to demonstrate flexibility /versatility combined with initiative, drive and ability to meet deadlines (eFlex timings) Good interpersonal skillsFurther information is available on request. If you are interested please apply online as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this great opportunity. Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
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