Distribution Operative Job Description
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This role involves managing all aspects of goods inwards and outwards, ensuring a first-class service to the site facility and customers.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Manage goods inwards and outwards
* Receive and forward goods in accordance with procedures
* Packaging and dispatch of books to customer outlets
* Ship goods outwards ensuring correct labelling and addressing
* Notify returned books to Client Services
* Monitor and report necessary replenishment of supplies
* Maintain housekeeping in distribution, goods inwards, and loading bay areas
* Work to set procedures in accordance with quality controls
* Liaise with external distribution services, couriers, and shipping handlers
* Ability to interpret packing slips, receipts, invoices, etc
* Fill out various forms required by major freight carriers
* Familiarity with proper packaging methods and interpretation of written guides
* Familiarity with material handling equipment - pallet trucks, etc
* Assist with and undertake Production Floor Operative duties as needed
* Assist in Quality Control
* Database entry of information
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Qualifications and Skills:
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* 1 year of manufacturing/warehouse experience in shipping and receiving
* Good understanding of distribution practices, export requirements, etc
* Forklift driver's license desirable but not essential
* Minimum high school education
* Required skills: reading and writing English, simple math, following verbal and written instructions, good customer relations, verbal and written communication skills
* Physical demands: ability to lift/carry 20kgs, walk and stand, grip/grasp, push/pull 30kgs force, bend, squat/kneel, twist/turn, climb, crawl, reach above shoulder, type/keyboard frequently
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Benefits:
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* Competitive salary
* Training opportunities
* Free onsite parking
* Free hot drinks
* Service awards