Export Packer

Role overview
To manufacture cases in accordance with customer specifications

To prepare and package goods in a manner to withstand all external action normally encountered during lifting, handling, shipment and storage. The post holder will carry out all packing functions as required to agreed standards with a timely and accurate process.

KEY TASKS
Construction of cases with correct bracing as necessary, and packaging of all items in accordance with Customer, company & industry specifications as appropriate
Packaging of all equipment in a manner to withstand all external action normally encountered during lifting, handling, shipment and storage
Strapping and stretch wrapping of goods to protect from ingress of moisture & dirt
Foam lining, bubble wrapping and foil bagging to protect in transit, from bracing pieces
Locking-down machines, securing goods to bases using brackets, as necessary
Ensuring cases are correctly protected by shock and tilt indicators
Ensuring provision of adequate imbalanced weight markings and correct way up markings
Indicating lifting points on the cases as per customer, industry specifications
Indicating temperature control requirements on cases
Ensuring cases are correctly marked and stamped where heat treated timber is used
Ensuring tools used are kept clean and in good working order and reporting any inadequacies
Ensuring work areas are kept clean and tidy
Participating actively in safety and other training
Ensuring compliance with airline security regulations
Reporting damage & defects in machinery, tools & equipment in accordance with internal procedures
Co-operating in packing workflow in accordance with schedule and deadlines
Participate in machinery movement as and when required
May be required to complete other business activities on behalf of the company from time to time in line with identified skills, competencies and experience

Knowledge & Skills

Excellent organisation & prioritisation capabilities
Ability to use own initiative and make considered, informed decisions, seeking advice from Senior Export Packer & Case Maker
Ability to implement, and ensure compliance with, company policies & procedures
Customer-focused
Excellent time management skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility, adaptability and ability to cope with change
Willingness and ability to learn
Keen eye for detail
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, honesty & integrity
Forward thinking with a positive, can-do attitude Training, Education & Experience

Training, Education & Experience required

Export packing & case-making experience required
Experience of packing & ground handling sensitive and heavy equipment
Experience of power tools to ensure competent, safe use
Current, valid safe use of saws training
Current, valid safe use of nail guns training
Current, valid B1 & B2 counterbalance forklift training (up to 15t capacity)
Current, valid Air Cargo Security training (COS level is minimum requirement)

Package & Benefits

Salary £21,840 and £27,269
Regularly overtime available, paid at the following multipliers hourly rate: Weekdays 1x, Saturdays 1.5x, Sundays 2x, Bank Holidays 3x
Free on-site parking at Head Office
Increased annual leave by service
Private Medical Insurance by service length
Life assurance scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Structured career development
Regular company events
Free on-site gym at Head Office

**Details**:
Job Type:Permanent

Location:

- South West, Bristol

Benefits:£21,840-27,269 salary; regular overtime; free parking; annual leave rising with service; life assurance; employee assistance programme; career development; company events; free gym

Branch:Freight Personnel

Ref:40592/FP16374/K

Consultant:Karen Kempson

Tel: 0161 452 0452