Works Operative
9 days ago
Leeds
A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated works operative to join the despatch team, supporting the safe handling, packing, and shipment products for a world renowned manufacturer.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPick, pack, palletise, and label orders in line with customer and carrier requirements.\nBook transport and create despatch documentation (courier bookings, labels, manifests).\nPrepare export documentation as required (commercial invoices, packing lists, SDS references).\nLoad/unload vehicles safely using forklift trucks (where licensed).\nSupport internal audits and corrective actions\nOperate ERP/warehouse systems for booking, issuing, and inventory movements.\nMaintain a clean, safe, and organised workplace using 5S standards.\nFollow SOPs and risk assessments (COSHH, manual handling, PPE).\nReport hazards, incidents, and near misses; contribute to continuous improvement.\nSafely operate material handling equipment and adhere to site traffic management rules.\nWork closely with Production, Quality, Customer Service, and Logistics.\nSupport training of colleagues and participate in cross-functional problem-solving.Beneficial Skills / Experience:\n\nCounterbalance Forklift licence (in-date) and confident, safe operation.\nWarehouse/Despatch experience, ideally in FMCG, chemicals, or food-grade environments.\nExperience with ERP/WMS systems (e.g., booking stock, picking lists, despatch modules).\nStrong attention to detail; accurate data entry and documentation.\nGood numeracy and literacy; able to interpret work orders, labels, and specifications.\nPhysically fit and comfortable with manual handling (with appropriate aids provided).\nBasic understanding of export/logisticsAdditional Details:\n\nFull-time position: 35 hours per week\nSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM \nBonus scheme \n23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional time off at Christmas\nDefined contribution pension scheme\nLife assurance\nPrivate healthcare\nFree on-site parking \nOn-site canteen\nCompany events\nCycle to work scheme\nFree flu vaccinations\nHealth & wellbeing programme\nSick pay