Warehouse Operative (Despatch)

At Premiere Kitchens, for over 30 years, we have specialised in designing, manufacturing and supplying thousands of high quality kitchens across the UK. Our site is based in Gloucestershire, employing local skilled people, many of whom have been with us for years!

We are looking for a Despatch Operative to ensure all orders are despatched for delivery to our customers 100% correctly. The role involves being part of a proactive effective team, improving efficiency, increasing and maintaining productivity.

What will you do?

• Load pre-assembled kitchen units, components and products onto delivery vehicle in preparation for deliveries the following morning.
• Load vehicles in the correct sequence according to paperwork to support efficient unloading and delivery by the transport team.
• Ensure all products are handled with care during loading to prevent damage to finished goods, packaging and components.
• Check products against despatch notes, loading sheets and delivery schedules to ensure all items are accounted for and loaded onto the correct vehicle.
• Verify product labels and delivery references to ensure accurate despatch.
• Work closely with the transport team and production operatives to ensure all products are prepared on time.
• Report any shortages, damaged goods, incorrect labels or paperwork or discrepancies to the Despatch Team Leader.
• Use appropriate manual handling techniques and approved equipment to move and load kitchen units safely.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures, manual handling guidelines and safe working practices.
• Support the wider despatch, transport and production teams when required to maintain an efficient workflow and meet deadlines.
• Support with cycle counting and inventory control as required.
• Maintain a high standard of care, accuracy and attention to details when handling finished products.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment in all areas.

What are we looking for?

• Good verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail with excellent accuracy
• Be able to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times
• Understand the importance and reasons of working in a clean and tidy work environment
• Be a good team player
• Ability to carry out detailed instructions confidently
• Ability to perform manual lifting
• Experience of working in a factory environment (desirable)
• Counterbalance forklift licence (desirable)

Why join us?

This is a full time role, working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.

Shift patterns will be either 12pm-8pm or 2pm-10pm, dependent on business needs.

We are offering a salary of £26,328.38 per annum (£13.45ph), plus overtime.

Our company benefits package includes:

• Life Assurance (2x salary)
• Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced 5% Pension Contributions
• Flexible Holidays
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme & Money-Saving Programs
• Discounts on Markey Group products and services

We look forward to hearing from you!