Dispatch Team Leader

Job Title: Dispatch Team Leader

Location: Leicestershire

Shift: Monday - Thursday, 7:30am - 4:45pm and Friday, 7:30am - 12:30pm

Pay: £14.25 per hour
Overtime available if required

Benefits:

• Permanent staff position
• Overtime opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Varied supervisory role with progression responsibility

The Company:

A well-established manufacturing business is looking to strengthen its Stores department by appointing an experienced and reliable Charge Hand / Team Leader. This is a key role within the operation, supporting daily production flow and ensuring stock and picking accuracy are maintained to a high standard.

The Role:

We are seeking a hands-on Stores Charge Hand / Team Leader to support and lead a small stores team (two pickers). You will take responsibility for ensuring daily picking activities are completed efficiently and accurately, while also supporting stock control and communication across departments.

You will act as the key point of contact within Stores on Friday mornings and provide cover for the Stores Manager during holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the Stores team (2 pickers)
• Ensure daily picking and fulfilment tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Maintain and improve stock accuracy
• Liaise with other team leaders across production
• Communicate effectively with the Production Office to resolve issues and identify problems
• Take responsibility for Stores operations on Friday mornings
• Cover for the Stores Manager during periods of absence or holiday
• Support a safe, organised, and efficient stores environment

About You:

• Reliable, punctual, and committed
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Previous experience in a Stores / Warehouse / Picking & Fulfilment environment
• Forklift experience desirable (training can be provided)
• Strong communication and team leadership skills
• Able to work proactively and solve problems on the job
• Organised with good attention to detail, particularly around stock control

How to Apply:

To apply for the Dispatch Team Leader position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of the recruitment team will review your application and be in touch to discuss the next steps.