Job Description

Job Title:  Dispatcher

Responsible for: Packing and Dispatching products

Responsible to: Logistics Supervisor

Principle Activities:

• Achieving the daily clean/pack/dispatch/receiving plan by the most cost effective, efficient means.
• To raise all dispatch documentation in close liaison with QA Dept.
• Maintain accurate records of work movement and accurate identification and storage of finished component stock.
• Maintain quality procedures and liaising with QAD concerning Quality auditing requirements.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards of all work in progress/in all stores areas/loading bay and approaches.
• Maintain departmental Continual Improvement commitments and contamination avoidance.
• To carry out all duties of The Despatch Supervisor in his/her absence.
• To report any deterioration of plant, premises or equipment to the supervisor.

Key Skills and Competences

Health and Safety

• Maintain safe working practices and observe Health & Safety regulations in accordance with Company Policy & current legislation at all times.
• To ensure that The Dept maintains a high standard of Housekeeping (cleanliness of workspace and related areas) throughout.
• Maintain environmental controls according to current legislation, Company procedures and good practice.

General

• Ensure specified deadlines for work and/or reporting are met.
• Be accountable for the area of business you manage.
• Maintain records as required.
• Ensure any special instructions are noted and carried out.
• Enforce good housekeeping

The above is not a definitive list and does not define the limits on the activities of the employee.  The employee will carry out those duties, which are compatible with the role as defined by the Company and within their capabilities.  The Job Description may be reviewed and updated in-line with the business needs of the company

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