Case Maker DG Packer

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our client is looking for an experienced Case Maker / DG Specialist Packer to join their busy packing and logistics operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced packer or case maker who is confident working with high-value, fragile, heavy, specialist and dangerous goods and understands the importance of ensuring items are properly protected and secured for transportation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum + overtime</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits: Bonus, healthcare, overtime opportunities, flex employer</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Colnbrook, SL3</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be responsible for manufacturing bespoke timber cases and crates and safely packing a wide range of goods for domestic and international shipment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Your responsibilities will include:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Manufacturing timber cases, crates, skids and pallets to specification.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Measuring, cutting and assembling timber using hand and power tools.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Packing high-value, fragile and specialist equipment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Preparing goods for road, air and sea freight.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Securing items using blocking, bracing, strapping and protective materials.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Packing and preparing dangerous goods in accordance with the relevant</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements and company procedures.</h5>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Applying appropriate shipping and handling marks.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Working from drawings, dimensions and packing instructions.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Carrying out final quality checks before dispatch.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Safely handling heavy and awkward items using appropriate equipment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Completing relevant packing and dispatch documentation.</span></li>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for someone with practical, hands-on experience in case making, export packing, industrial packing or specialist packing.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You should have:</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Proven experience manufacturing wooden cases or crates.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience packing high-value or sensitive equipment.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience handling heavy, fragile or awkward items.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good practical skills with hand and power tools.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Excellent attention to detail.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A strong understanding of safe working practices.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>The ability to work accurately from measurements, drawings and instructions.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A reliable and responsible approach to your work.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience with dangerous goods, export packing, ISPM 15 timber packaging, air/sea freight and forklift operation would be highly advantageous, but not essential as training can be provided.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">What We Offer</p>

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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>£30,000–£40,000 basic salary, depending on experience.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Overtime available and paid in addition to basic salary.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Monday–Friday working hours, 8:00am–5:00pm.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Flexible employer</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Company benefits package after probation, bonus, healthcare</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Opportunities for additional training and development.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Long-term opportunity within an established operation.</span></li>

<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A varied role working with high-value and specialist goods.</span></li>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Why Join Us?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a hands-on position where no two packing jobs are necessarily the same.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be working with a variety of valuable and specialist equipment and will play an important role in ensuring goods reach their destination safely and securely.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you have experience as a Case Maker, Export Packer, Industrial Packer, Specialist Packer or Crate Maker, we would like to hear from you</p>