Despatch Operative

About us

We provide retailer own label biscuits to all the major retailers including Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Marks and Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Lidl in addition to the Elkes brand.

Elkes Biscuits is known for the biscuit barrel and is the home of the Malted Milk biscuits along with producing Ginger biscuits, Farley's Rusks, Custard Creams, Chocolate Digestive Bars, Oaties and Digestives.

We operate 24/7 so we are always looking for team players who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is driven to support the wider team.

Please see below further details on duties within the bakery.

Duties
- Operate a forklift to move, stack, and retrieve materials
- Load and unload trucks, containers, and shelves
- Transport materials to different areas within the bakery
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines while operating the forklift
- Assist with inventory management and stock rotation
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow

Nice to have however not essential
- Experience working in a warehouse environment
- Proficiency in materials handling and operating a forklift (Training can be provided)
- Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £13.19 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- Please list any current forklift licenses and whether they're in-house.
- Do you have the right to work in the UK?

Work Location: In person