# Dispatch Operative

> Kepak Group · Bodmin, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-02

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Production Staff

## Description

Kepak is a leading food producer in Europe, with a strong focus on meat craft, trusted quality, and excellent service. With 12 manufacturing plants across the UK and Ireland, our company takes pride in our long-standing heritage and commitment to sustainability and animal welfare. We prioritize innovation and inspirational nutrition to drive our business forward and continue developing and growing.

**Job Purpose**

Responsible for the day-to-day receipt, storage, and distribution within the company’s centralized distribution center.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Compliance with company/client quality specifications
-   Safe and effective handling of products in accordance with their characteristics
-   Dealing with the receipt of meat products from production
-   Checking of products against relevant documentation
-   Ensuring the storeroom operates efficiently and effectively
-   Carrying out stock rotation
-   Preparation of products for dispatch
-   Completion of relevant documentation accurately and legibly
-   Effectively operate company’s computerized system
-   Loading of products for dispatch
-   Complying with Company’s health and safety rules, including hygiene requirements
-   Completing assigned tasks in a timely manner to meet targets
-   Reporting any accidents or near misses, assisting with investigations as instructed/necessary

## Requirements

-   Experience working in a similar warehouse / yard or material management environment beneficial
-   Manual handling ability and awareness
-   Forklift, Electric Pallet Truck (EPT) Essential.
-   Shunting (Articulated HGV) desired
-   Able to communicate in English in written and oral form with multi-nationals on all levels
-   Ability to work in chilled and cold store environments
-   Flexibility to meet daily/weekly distribution targets
-   Consistent approach and strong work ethic
-   Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team

You will be working two days per week between Monday to Friday with a 06:00 am start until finish.

## Benefits

-   **31 days annual leave per year** (after probation).
-   **Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme** - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.
-   **Company Pension Scheme** - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.
-   **Death in Service Benefit** - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.
-   **Refer a Friend Scheme** - Earn up to **£500** for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.
-   **Free On-Site Parking** - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.
-   **Subsidised On-Site Canteen** - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.
-   **Cycle to Work Scheme** - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.
-   **Electric Vehicle Scheme** - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.
-   **Long Service Awards** - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.
-   **Discounted Gym Memberships** - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.
-   **Training and Development** - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.
-   **Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes** - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.
-   **GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme** - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.
-   **Financial Advice & Will Writing -** Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.

## Apply

[Apply at Kepak Group](https://apply.workable.com/kepak/j/908124372B/apply)

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