JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be joining the finishing team, reporting to the Finishing Supervisor, who oversees the department. You will be responsible for the entire Despatch function, while supporting Packing and Goods In.
As a Despatch Assistant, you will be able to:
1. Despatch finished goods in an accurate, timely and efficient manner
2. Organise and load courier vehicles
3. Consolidate customer orders
4. Book in deliveries with customers
5. Arrange courier collections (This could be overnight, same day, or international)
6. Organise returns with customers and couriers
7. Raise paperwork and ID labels for finished goods (using CERM)
8. Communicate shortages to your Supervisor or the Production Manager
9. Ensure deliveries are packed and presented as required
10. Control stock of finished goods
11. Participate in the annual stock-take
12. Control despatch of goods from stock
13. Keep costing records for accounts
14. Obtain POD from couriers on request
15. Assist with day-to-day packing of parcels
16. Maintain a clean and safe work area
17. General housekeeping duties
18. Working in a manner which promotes good Health & Safety practices
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will have:
19. Despatch/Goods-out experience. (Essential)
20. A current and valid counterbalance forklift certificate essential (Essential), with the desire to train on other trucks
21. A positive, and self-motivated attitude to work
22. Good organisational and administration skills
23. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
24. Able to follow written and verbal instructions
25. Excellent attention to detail
26. The ability to work to tight deadlines and multi-task
27. The ability to work diligently to achieve timelines
28. A positive attitude and approach to the role and team at all times
29. Able to work on own initiative and work as part of an effective team
30. Flexibility and be adaptable to evolving business needs
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/BENEFITS
We can offer:
31. Attractive shift patterns: Monday to Friday, Dayshift hours (No weekends, or Bank Holidays)
32. A factory that holds itself to the highest standards of cleanliness, with state-of-the-art printing equipment
33. Exciting career progression opportunities throughout the business
34. A structured grading review system to drive your learning and development throughout your whole employment at Autajon Labels Royston
35. An employee benefits portal that has a strong focus on physical and mental health and wellbeing, and financial support
36. Company-wide bonus Scheme, Pension scheme & Referral Programme
37. Free, onsite parking for all employees
38. Free refreshments for all employees
39. We are located on the Royston Industrial Estate, SG8 5HN