South West Recruitment Ltd
Despatch Packing Assistant
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Location: Verwood, Dorset
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £26,364 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week, Days
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.30pm
Friday: 7.30am - 12.30pm
We are recruiting for a Despatch Packing Assistant to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer based in Verwood, Dorset. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting a busy despatch department, preparing high-quality precision engineered components for shipment to customers and subcontractors. A key part of the position will also involve accurately marking components for traceability purposes. Previous experience is not essential as full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is reliable, organised and has excellent attention to detail.
The Role
As a Despatch Packing Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring finished components are correctly identified, packed and prepared for shipment.
Your duties will include:
- Packing and preparing precision components for shipment to customers and subcontractors.
- Ensuring components are packaged safely and securely to prevent damage during transportation.
- Assisting with the organisation and preparation of outgoing deliveries.
- Carrying out accurate part marking for identification and traceability.
- Using a variety of marking methods including ink, vibro and dot peen equipment.
- Checking part numbers and specifications carefully before marking components.
- Recording and organising stock within the department.
- Monitoring packaging materials and other consumable stock levels.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
- Supporting other areas of the business when required.
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The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who has:
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- A careful and methodical approach to work.
- Good organisational skills.
- A reliable and hard-working attitude.
- The ability to follow instructions and established processes accurately.
- The ability to adapt to changing priorities within a busy manufacturing environment.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, warehouse, stores, packing or despatch would be advantageous but is not essential. Experience with component marking, labelling or handling precision parts would also be beneficial, although full training will be provided.
What's on Offer
- Permanent, full-time position.
- 39-hour working week.
- Monday to Friday days with an early finish every Friday.
- Full training provided.
- Opportunity to learn specialist component marking and traceability processes.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to develop experience within a precision engineering environment.
- Stable, long-term career opportunity with an established manufacturing company.
To apply for this permanent opportunity, please submit your latest CV and we will be in touch in due course. If you would like further information before applying, please contact Anita, Nikola or Alan for a confidential discussion.
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