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Despatch Oper­a­tive (4 on 4 off)

Despatch Operative

4 on 4 off shift pattern, 06:00 - 18:00

38.5hrs average per week

Cranswick Country Foods, Staithes Road, Preston, Hull, HU12 8TB

Cranswick is a leading UK food producer with revenue of over £2 Billion. We produce and supply premium food to high profile UK grocery retailers, the food service sector and other UK and global customers.

We are on the look out for Despatch Operatives - you would be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of day to day operations within despatch department, taking direction from the chargehands.

Main Duties Include (but not limited to):

  • Loading and unloading of vehicles
  • Picking orders on our in house systems
  • Ensuring all Despatch requirements set by the Chargehands and Supervisors are met in a timely manner
  • Ensuring products are stored correctly while maintaining traceability at all times
  • Maintaining food safety standards at all times
  • Reporting any issues or shortfalls when required
  • Demonstrate a good attention to detail with orders

You Will Have:

  • Previous experience in despatch / warehousing / food industry
  • A good standard of both spoken and written English
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment to daily targets
  • A motivated and friendly attitude towards teamwork and assisting colleagues

What We Offer:

  • Job stability at a growing and expanding company
  • Strong commitment to progression and personal development through department specific training matrix
  • 20 days annual leave with option to purchase additional 5 days
  • Profit sharing through discounted share scheme
  • Company pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
  • Access to retail discount app, bike to work scheme, health and wellbeing platform

A full job description is available upon request.

Please apply on Indeed or submit your CV & Cover Letter to: [email protected]

Closing Date: 25th April 2025

Please note that if a suitable candidate is found, this closing date may be brought forward.

If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made your line manager aware before applying and confirm this when submitting your application.