Job Description

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.



We are currently recruiting for a Despatch Operative to join our busy Despatch team. The candidate will ideally be well organised with the ability to maintain attention to detail whilst working under pressure in a buy and fast paced warehouse.



MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7am - 5pm approx. Average 45 hours per week. May involve some weekend work.

:

Packing and building orders for Despatch to customers 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

Knowledge and Experience:

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

Skills:

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

Benefits to working here:

Permanent, Full Time Contracts of Employment


Employee Assistance Programme


Online Benefits Resource


21 days paid holiday per year plus 8 public holidays a year


Life Assurance


Refer a friend scheme


Employee Engagement Forum


Employee Spotlight Awards


Subsidised Canteen


Free Car Parking


Pension Scheme


Cycle to Work Scheme


PPE provided


Training and Development


Loyalty Rewards