We are actively looking to engage experienced export packing professionals with a background in woodworking and bespoke case making for a new role as an experienced Export Packer / Case Maker in Leicestershire. This role is a position based across Monday to Friday during office hours.
Client Details
My client is a SME freight forwarding business, with huge ambitions for growth, in the freight & shipping industry. You will be joining a fast-paced environment assisting in finding logistics solutions for some of the world's largest industrial, retail & FMCG based customers. My client is a multi-modal freight business operating from a bonded customs premises, specialising in export packing and cargo handling. You will be joining a busy team responsible for preparing and protecting goods for domestic and international transportation, ensuring cargo is packed securely and in accordance with the required specifications and quality standards.
Job Description
- Preparing and carrying out export packing processes for domestic and international transportation.
- Building bespoke timber cases, crates and packaging solutions to meet specific packing requirements for export airfreight
- Using woodworking machinery, including circular saws, panel saws, nail guns and handheld power tools.
- Accurately interpreting measurements and dimensions to ensure packaging is manufactured to the required specifications.
- Safely handling heavy, OOG, high-value, fragile, oversized and irregular cargo.
- Loading and unloading freight safely and following appropriate manual handling procedures.
- Following packing instructions and maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Working independently and as part of a busy Export Packing and Cargo Handling team to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in export packing processes ideally for a cargo handler.
- Skilled in woodworking and case-making
- Experience using woodworking machinery, including various saws and handheld power tools.
- Knowledge of safe packing methods for international transportation across air, road, and sea freight.
- Good attention to detail and the ability to work to packing specifications.
- FLT (Forklift Truck) licence and previous logistics experience are desirable.
- Commutable to Leicestershire.
What's On Offer?
- £37,000-£40,000
- 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 08:00-16:30
- 32 annual leave
- Comprehensive company benefits account
- Opportunities to progress within the current structure
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Export Packer / Case Maker employer: Green & Wolvin Recruitment
Join a dynamic team in Nottinghamshire as a Freight Customs & Operations Specialist, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. With competitive salaries and a focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you advance your career in the logistics sector. Enjoy the unique advantage of a 4on4off shift pattern, allowing for a balanced work-life experience while contributing to our commitment to excellence in customs operations.
Contact Details:
Green & Wolvin Recruitment Recruitment Team
