Despatch Operative

Despatch Operative - Rotating Shifts

📍 Tamworth
💷 £15.38 per hour
📄 Temp to Permanent Opportunity

Winner Recruitment is excited to be recruiting for a Despatch Operative on behalf of a leading and prestigious logistics company based in Tamworth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse or logistics professional looking to join a successful business that offers long-term career progression, excellent working conditions, and a fantastic benefits package upon permanent employment.

Shift Pattern (Rotating)

Early Shift

Monday - Thursday: 05:50am - 2:00pm
Friday: 05:50am - 12:40pm

Late Shift

Monday - Thursday: 12:50pm - 9:15pm
Friday: 9:10am - 1:00pm

Duties & Responsibilities

• Booking goods in and out using internal systems
• Managing stock control and inventory accuracy
• Packing products for storage and customer orders
• Conducting quality checks and inspections
• Line feeding production and warehouse areas
• Operating FLT, PPT and LLOP equipment where required
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Printing and processing despatch paperwork
• Putting stock away into designated warehouse locations
• Updating stock and order information using Excel spreadsheets
• Completing regular stock counts and audit preparation
• Ensuring all inventory records remain accurate and up to date
• Manual handling duties and occasional heavy lifting
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a warehouse, logistics or despatch environment
• Experience using ERP, CRM or WMS systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• FLT licence desirable
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Numerical and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Reliable and committed team player

Company Benefits (Upon Permanent Employment)

✅ 25 days annual leave, increasing to 27 days after 5 years' service
✅ Company pension scheme
✅ Sick pay scheme
✅ Eye care vouchers
✅ Online GP service
✅ Life insurance cover
✅ Employee appreciation events
✅ Team-building activities
✅ Birthday vouchers

Apply Today

If you're looking to take the next step in your logistics career and join a highly respected, growing company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online now to be considered for this fantastic Temp to Permanent opportunity.