Despatch Assistant

LGC is an international leader in the extended life sciences sector, with the operating

division LGC Standards being the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of reference

materials and proficiency testing schemes. LGC is a global leader in the provision of

proficiency testing (PT) services, offering a comprehensive range of PT schemes covering

a wide range of industry sectors. We are recruiting a Customs Administrator, based in Bury,

UK.

1. Job Purpose

To pick, scan, pack and despatch Proficiency Testing samples and Reference Material following strict instructions and deadlines.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Pick, scan and pack shipments in accordance with current procedures and processes.

• Carry out good housekeeping practices both in the packing room and the warehouse.

• Produce manual air waybills and any necessary customs documentation.

• Print the appropriate dangerous goods paperwork for required shipments.

• Take deliveries of goods and inform correct recipient.

• Assembly of boxes and packing material.

• Support and assist with training for both new and junior staff.

• Maintain an up-to-date training record.

• Perform the duties of other staff in their absence and assist other staff when necessary, if the work has a higher priority at the time.

• Contribute to the achievement of current team and individual objectives.

• To ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with defined company procedures and statutory requirements, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, etc

• Carry out any additional duties or tasks as directed that are commensurate with the role and position.

• A minimum of four 'GCSE' passes.

• Relevant previous work experience, preferably in a despatch/warehouse environment.

• Excellent command of English, written and oral.

• Good telephone manner.

• Excellent key board skills.

• Proven ability to work to and achieve set deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

The job holder will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours in line with LGC’s values:

•Operates within the company’s core values (Respect, Integrity, Brilliance, Curiosity, and Passion) and demonstrates these within the day to day role.

•Proactive and enthusiastic attitude with a demonstrable commitment to delivering continual improvement.

•Patience, determination, attention to detail and integrity are qualities which are paramount to an individual being successful in this role.

•Demonstrates initiative; adopts a proactive and enthusiastic attitude and demonstrates commitment.

•Able to manage a flexible workload; shows good organisational skills and high levels of personal resilience; able to work to deadlines under pressure.

•Has high levels of concentration, excellent attention to detail, accuracy and reliability; excellent record keeping.

•Good team worker with excellent communication skills.

•Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with customers and colleagues at all levels.

•Excellent verbal & written communication.