ABP UK is a major division of the ABP Food Group with factories in Ireland, UK and Europe, ABP`s commitment to excellence impacts on every aspect of its business.
Our teams of experienced and reliable meat experts are passionate about building lasting partnerships in the European retail, manufacturing and food service sectors.
Our customers are the major multiples and high profile caterers and require the best 365 days of the year.
That means central packing and sophisticated distribution, a revolutionary supply chain in the industry which is being led and developed by ABP.
Only well-resourced companies can compete for such business.
We want the best people to work for us and we know that a supportive and friendly working environment plays a key role in attracting and retaining employees.
We promote the sharing of knowledge and invest strongly in training and development.
We are currently recruiting for a Despatch Operative to join our busy Despatch team.
The candidate will ideally be well organised with the ability to maintain attention to detail whilst working under pressure in a busy and fast paced warehouse.
MONDAY TO FRIDAY 5.00am - 2.00pm.
Average 45 hours per week.
Pay Rate: £12.00 per hour Main Duties and Responsibilities Packing and building orders for Despatch to customers Health & Safety requirements for personal protective equipment.
Prepare pallets of stock for despatch to customers To carry out the correct procedures for forklift use including, usage, charging, staff usage etc.
and reporting any discrepancies to the Despatch supervisor.
To carry out safe loading and stacking of orders with a forklift Ensure paperwork is complete within the timescale and that delivery of goods is carried out to customer and company specifications To ensure the maintenance of good hygiene standards at all times To ensure that the data scanning equipment is fully maintained and charged at all times and responsible under the dispatch supervisor`s guidance for the input and output of all information collected Maintaining a tidy warehouse at all times Shunting trailers as required (if trained to do so) Carry out any additional duties that may be reasonably requested Knowledge and Experience Previous experience in a fast paced food manufacturing or warehouse environment would be beneficial Fork Lift or Reach Truck licence may be beneficial but full training can be given Skills Excellent attention to detail Able to use own initiative Excellent communication skills Fork lift experience in a busy warehouse Self-motivated Knowledge of hygiene and food safety Able to work as part of a team