Dispatch Operative
- Ledbury, Herefordshire
- £27,477-32,972 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Prepare trays, labels, boxes and load pallets as per team leader instructions
- Monitor tray and punnet supply, keeping ahead of production requirements
- Stack and label pallets safely and neatly for dispatch
- Liaise with the Transport Manager to ensure efficient loading
- Keep dispatch documentation and systems accurate and up to date
- Be ready on-site 10 minutes early to review the day's packing plan
- Ensure proper PPE (hairnets, hi-vis, safety shoes) is worn at all times
- Complete daily forklift checks and report any equipment faults
- Keep the dispatch area clean and hazard-free
- Report accidents, hazards or near misses immediately
- Adhere to all food safety, hygiene and health & safety protocols
- Safely load lorries in the correct order
- Identify and manage defective trays
- Support teamwork and communication across departments
- Experience in a dispatch/logistics/fast-paced production environment
- Forklift licence (essential)
- Experience within the food production or fresh produce industry is a plus
- Strong awareness of hygiene, health & safety regulations
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Team-oriented and flexible with the ability to work under pressure
- Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
- Be part of a respected and growing organisation
- Work in a positive, multicultural team environment
- Opportunities for future progression
- Comprehensive training and development
- Great culture focused on continuous improvement and wellbeing