Despatch Operative


Company:	Techtest Limited
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hereford, HR2 6JZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

TECHTEST DESPATCH OPERATIVE – ROTHERWAS, HEREFORD

Based at our Production Facility at Rotherwas, due to the continuing growth of the Manufacturing and Despatch departments, an opportunity has arisen for a TECHTEST DESPATCH OPERATIVE, to work in close association with the Production Management, Despatch Operations Controller, and Despatch Lead Operative ensuring despatch targets and build standards are met and to provide support to the Despatch Department with the preparation of Techtest products for storage or despatch.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the manufacture of Search and Rescue equipment and providing despatch cover and support in the event of absence or increased workload and ideally possess:

• A manufacturing background is preferable but not essential.

• Ability to read technical drawings would be advantageous.

• Full conversancy with TechTest build standards and to support robust operational and administrative controls.

Other duties include but are not limited to:

• The generation and application of product labelling.

• The preparation of components for despatch or stock holding.

• Adherence to strict production paperwork and packing standards.

Benefits:

• Free onsite parking.

• Free refreshments (tea and coffee).

• Casual dress.

• Company social events.

• Opportunity for company bonuses.

• Cost of living reviews carried out annually by the Directors.

• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off (to be taken any time in the year).

• Long service holiday accrual scheme where you gain 1 extra holiday day per year from 5-10 years’ service up to a maximum of 26 days.

• Life Insurance Scheme – 3x annual salary.

We have a positive, professional and welcoming environment; you will have the opportunity to work within a fully integrated multidisciplinary business. We offer good job security and stability with career development opportunities for the right candidate.

• Salary commensurate with experience.

• Free internal training provided as required.

• Opportunities to progress, promote internally and up skill.

Due to the nature of the business being a manufacturing environment, working from home arrangements are not available.

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