Despatch Operative

With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are uniting to form SGX—a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, SGX will deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers—all with a focus on reducing complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution, and leveraging global reach to drive consistency and impact at scale.

We are looking for a Despatch Operative to join the team in Bury. This is a key role in the production function and in supporting an efficient and professional service to our clients.

Role and responsibilities:

• Pack all final delivery goods with firm materials and the correct label with address and receiver.
• Make decisions to despatch jobs using the most cost effective, reliable & efficient methods.
• To demonstrate good communication skills, commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility.
• To work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Control both cardboard & wood recycling in the yard.
• Keep a clean & tidy working environment.
• Take in deliveries
• Take delivery of various stock and put away in the correct places.
• Using company vehicles to deliver or collect from local company’s (Dependant on a full UK driving licence).

Skills and experience:

• The role does include heavy lifting and a lot of manual handling.
• Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a small team while also being self motivated to work alone.
• Good computer skills required.
• FLT license advantageous but not essential (training will be given)

Propelis, is a go-to-market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Our broad range of integrated solutions include brand creative, packaging, print solutions, branded environments, and content production. Services are delivered through our family of brands: SGX, Marks, Equator, Collide, and 5Flow. With a combined legacy spanning more than 150 years, Propelis commences operations with 10,000 employees in 30+ countries, nearly $1 billion in annual sales, and a diverse client base of over 2,000 leading companies.