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Despatch Operative

Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management · Warehouse Operations

In short

Arla Foods is seeking a proactive Despatch Operative for their Aylesbury dairy. This permanent, full-time role involves monitoring the despatch area, loading milk trolleys, using voice picking devices, and working with automated technology. The position operates on a 12-hour rotating shift pattern including days and nights, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Loading milk trolleys to trailers
  • Sending milk to customers across the UK
  • Using voice picking devices to fulfil customer orders
  • Conducting physical inventory and housekeeping duties
  • Operating and maintaining Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
  • Ensuring strict food hygiene and Health & Safety standards
  • Resolving minor breakdowns and performing basic maintenance
  • Monitoring equipment performance and fault diagnosis
  • Promoting good communication and working relationships

Requirements

  • Proactive and efficient
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Knowledge of supply chain processes
  • Adherence to health and safety rules
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks in a timely and organized manner
  • Strong performer with good attendance record
  • Willingness to learn further skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a warehousing or cold store environment is desirable but not essential
  • Full training will be provided

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Discounted on-site staff shop with Arla products
  • Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
  • Free on-site parking
  • On-site Gym
  • On-site canteen

Skills

Voice PickingAutomated Guided Vehicles
#Logistics#Supply Chain#Warehouse#Dairy
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About Arla

We are more than 23,000 colleagues across 39 countries and 7,624 dairy farmer-owners in Denmark, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. We aim to create the future of dairy, to bring healthy and sustainable dairy products to people across the world, and to lead the transition towards sustainable dairy farming and production. We work continuously on the farms, at the dairies, and in our administration to reduce our carbon footprint and environmental impact. We are committed to champion good food habits and inspire a healthy life. We collaborate with NGOs and…

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Company

Arla

Job Posted

3 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Salary

Negotiable

Hours per week

48

Experience Level

Associate

Locations

Aylesbury, United Kingdom

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