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Our client is a well established SME freight forwarding specialist based at Heathrow, due to expansion they have a new position available for aCase Maker. Successful candidate will have some previous case making experience. Exciting opportunity to join an expanding Heathrow fine art shipper.
Youll need to have a steady 5 year employment history and clear DBS. Previous experience of freight forwarding, logistics/and or fine art packing or removals would be an advantage but is not essential. The salary level will depend on experience, training can be given for less experienced applicants and the salary will be dependant on the level of experience and negotiable for someone exceptional.
Employment Terms for the Case Maker
- Hours of work - Monday to Friday 8am-17:00/9am-1800 hrs with a one-hour lunch break
- Working overtime when required, (paid) to fulfil your duties
- 22 days hols + BH
- £28-32k plus overtime
Main responsibilities / tasks for the Case Maker
- Measuring and cutting timber using machinery and hand tools
- Assemble cases according to the required spec
- Labelling and stencilling of cases
- Moving products using Collis and forklift trucks
- General warehouse duties and adhering to Health and Safety regs
Characteristics required for the Case Maker
- Keen to develop and evolve skill set with training
- Be accountable and approachable
- Knowledgeable, Resourceful, committed, Tolerant
- Collaborating and working well with other team members
- Clear and precise communication skills
- A good understanding of mathematics
- Good time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good organisational skills
Essential skills for the Case Maker
- Have woodwork assembly experience.
- Knowledge of cutting tools and the use of machinery.
- Previous experience of making wooden cases
- Knowledge of handling fine arts/antiques an advantage but not essential
