Despatch Operative

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.

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 2pm START. Average 45 hours per week. May involve some weekend work.
- 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
- Previous experience in a fast paced food manufacturing or warehouse environment would be beneficial
- Fork Lift or Reach Truck licence may be beneficial bu full training can be given

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