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Despatch Operative

Leicester Forest East, United KingdomFull-timeOn-siteMid · 2-5 years

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  • food safety
  • hygiene standards
  • packing
  • quality control

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What you'll do

  • Pack products safely and accurately on the despatch line.
  • Check labels, dates, and product quality.
  • Make sure orders are complete and ready for delivery.
  • Move trays, boxes, and stock safely around the work area.
  • Follow food safety, hygiene, and health and safety rules.
  • Report any product or equipment issues to the team leader.
  • Help keep the despatch area clean and organised.
  • Work closely with other team members to meet daily targets.

What they're looking for

  • Good attention to detail.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to follow instructions and procedures.
  • Good numeracy skills.
  • Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

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About The Role

Would you like to join us as a Despatch Operative? In this role you will help prepare products for delivery in a busy food production site. You will work on the despatch line to make sure orders are packed correctly, checked carefully, and ready to leave on time. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Pack products safely and accurately on the despatch line.
  • Check labels, dates, and product quality.
  • Make sure orders are complete and ready for delivery.
  • Move trays, boxes, and stock safely around the work area.
  • Follow food safety, hygiene, and health and safety rules.
  • Report any product or equipment issues to the team leader.
  • Help keep the despatch area clean and organised.
  • Work closely with other team members to meet daily targets.
About You

We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to follow instructions and procedures.
  • Good numeracy skills.
  • Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
What We Offer

We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.

Company pension scheme
Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities

About Us

Located in Leicester Forest East, Saladworks is proud to produce a wide range of high-quality chilled ready meals for some of the UK’s leading retailers. Every dish we create reflects our commitment to taste, freshness, and innovation.

At Saladworks, you’re not just an employee, you’re part of our strong family culture. Our collaborative approach and strong team spirit help us support one another and achieve great things together. As part of a well-established group, we offer stability, opportunity, and a place where you can truly thrive.

Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of something special!

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer making diversity and inclusion a core part of everything we do. We also actively welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals and are committed to a recruitment process that’s fair, respectful, and free from bias. If you need any adaptations to the application or interview process, please do let us know.

Samworth Brothers do not engage with unlicensed gangmasters or third parties. Samworth Brothers will NEVER ask you for money in order to provide you with employment. If you are in any doubt, please contact an official Samworth Brothers representative.

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Samworth Brothers
Leicester Forest East, United Kingdom

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Sourced from Samworth Brothers's careers site·first seen 23 Sept 2026·last verified 23 Sept 2026·How we source jobs

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