Despatch Team Leader

Albert Bartlett is a progressive British family brand, established in 1948 and dedicated to providing quality potatoes for delicious meals.
We want Albert Bartlett to be a world famous household brand, renowned for quality and expertise in own label and branded potatoes and potato products.
We aim to be an innovative and improving company that exceeds our customers’ expectations while operating in an environmentally responsible and sustainable way.
We are currently recruiting for a Despatch Team Leader at our potato packing site in Boston, Lincolnshire.
Shift & Hours of work: 4 days on, 4 days off - Rolling shift, working 06:00hrs to 18:00hrs
Salary: £14.49 per hour
Responsibilities
Manage workload of the despatch team on the relevant shift to ensure skills are spread correctly to ensure all aspects of the despatch operation run efficiently
Liaise with the Despatch Manager and Production Manager/Shift Leader/Manager as required to ensure any other tasks are covered such as loading / unloading of equipment
Ensure loads are built and despatched correctly by managing staff in the department
Check paperwork to ensure all loads are despatched accurately
Ensure all loads are labelled correctly and are despatched with the correct paperwork
Highlight training and resource needs within the team to your Manager and Production management teams
Communicate issues with loading to the Supply Chain
Communicate with production team on shortages and production plans to enable an efficient despatch operation
Ensure a clean working environment at all times within the dept
Be proficient to take the delivery notes in accordance with the relevant SO.
Create and agree load plans with external hauliers to ensure product is despatched in a timely manner
Liaise with hauliers to ensure loads are despatched as required.
Requirements
Valid Forklift Truck License is required.
Previous experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting is preferred.
Ability to lead, motivate and organise a team.
Good communication skills and collaborative approach
Physical fitness and capability to handle lifting and moving heavy items.
Commitment to following safety standards and procedures at all times.
Benefits
Long Service Awards
Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards
Discounted Staff Sales
Life Assurance
Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice).
Retailer Discount Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year
Free Parking

Work arrangement
No