Job Title: Despatch Operator
Reports to: Operations Manager
Location: Tonypandy, CF40 1JS
Job Type: Full Time 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm)
Salary: £12.76 per hour
About Us:
MFC International Ltd is a trusted manufacturer of innovative inflatable rescue, recovery, and survival equipment. Based in the UK, we serve a global client base including emergency services, military organisations, and humanitarian agencies. With a strong commitment to quality and safety, our products are used worldwide to protect and save lives in challenging environments. As a growing business with a passion for excellence, we’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help us continue delivering world-class solutions.
Scope of the Role
The Despatch Operator will be responsible for ensuring the accurate, efficient, and timely preparation, packing, and despatch of goods to customers worldwide. This role is critical to maintaining MFC International’s reputation for reliability and quality. You will also be responsible to the unloading of all incoming goods.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and pack customer orders in line with company standards and product requirements.
- Ensure all goods are correctly labelled, documented, and compliant with shipping regulations.
- Liaise with couriers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to arrange timely collections and deliveries.
- Maintain accurate records of despatched goods using stock management systems and Microsoft office programmes
- Conduct quality checks to ensure products are despatched in perfect condition.
- Assist in stock control, including cycle counts and inventory accuracy.
- Support stores personnel when required.
- Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics and warehouse function.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners.
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office, ERP/WMS systems).
- Knowledge of shipping regulations and export documentation (desirable).
Qualification & Experience
- Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or despatch role.
- Forklift licence (advantageous).
- Experience working with international shipments and couriers (preferred).
Personal Attributes
- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
- Team player with a proactive attitude.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of customer service.
Working Conditions
- Full-time role, based at MFC International’s Tonypandy site (CF40 1JS)
- Standard working hours 8:30–17:00, Monday–Friday working pattern (occasional overtime may be required)
- Warehouse environment with lifting, standing, and manual handling involved
What we Offer:
- 25 days + 1 day Birthday (plus bank holidays)
- Company pension
- PPE an uniform provided
Why Work With Us?
At MFC International Ltd, you’ll be part of a company that is genuinely dedicated to making a difference. We offer a supportive working environment, training and development opportunities, and the chance to grow within a company that values quality, innovation, and integrity.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.76 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tonypandy CF40 1JS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse, logistics, or despatch: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
