About Hughes Group
With over 65 years of experience, Hughes Group is a trusted name in fresh mushrooms and innovative plant-based products across the UK. We work in close partnership with leading retailers and food service providers and are known for our quality, reliability, and customer-first approach.
While were proud of our heritage, our focus is firmly on the future. As a growing FMCG business, were investing in innovation, sustainability, andmost importantlyour people.
Hours: 40 hours per week / Tuesday Saturday / 0800 - 1700
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Reports to: Despatch Manager
Location: Dungannon
The Role
The Despatch Operative is responsible for supporting the day-to-day despatch operation by picking, packing, loading, and dispatching products accurately and safely within a fast-paced fresh produce and manufacturing environment.
The role will support the Despatch Team in ensuring customer orders are prepared correctly, stock is handled safely, and high standards of food safety, hygiene, and housekeeping are maintained at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders for dispatch within required timeframes.
- Safely load and unload vehicles and move stock within warehouse and chilled storage areas.
- Follow FIFO stock rotation procedures and support stock control activities as required.
- Complete dispatch paperwork, scanning, and traceability records accurately.
- Inspect products for damage or quality concerns and report issues promptly.
- Maintain clean, organised, and safe dispatch and warehouse areas.
- Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, allergen control, and health & safety procedures.
- Wear required PPE and work safely at all times.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding shortages, delays, or operational issues.
- Support team performance and assist other departments when required.
- Maintain a flexible and positive approach to daily operational duties.
- Carry out additional responsibilities in line with business needs.
Essential Criteria
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing, or fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
- Flexibility to work shifts and overtime when required.
- Reliable, hardworking, and punctual.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Good teamwork and communication skills
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in food manufacturing or chilled environments.
- Experience using scanners or warehouse systems.
- Proactive approach to supporting team activities.
Skills:
Despatch Warehouse Food
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