ABOUT LGC STANDARDS:
LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.
We are looking for a reliable and organised Despatch Operative to join our busy operations team. Working within the dispatch department, you will play a vital role in ensuring customer orders are accurately picked, packed, labelled, and shipped on time. As the final point of contact with our products before they reach customers, your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help ensure an excellent customer experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is keen to develop their skills in logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately pick products from warehouse locations to fulfil customer orders.
- Print shipping labels, courier documentation, and associated paperwork.
- Label, package, and prepare products for dispatch in line with company procedures.
- Book shipments with a variety of courier providers and ensure all dispatch information is correctly recorded.
- Complete basic administrative duties, including updating records and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Receive incoming stock deliveries and accurately book stock onto company systems.
- Ensure all orders are processed and dispatched within agreed timelines.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail when handling products and documentation.
- Follow company Health & Safety procedures and maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
- Support the wider operations team with general warehouse and logistics activities as required.
- Undertake IATA and ADG Dangerous Goods packing activities following completion of accredited training provided by an external training provider.
Qualifications and Experience
- GCSE-level education (or equivalent).
- Good numerical and literacy skills.
- Basic computer skills and confidence using IT systems.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
ABOUT LGC:
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.
OUR VALUES
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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Skills Required
- GCSE-level education or equivalent
- Good numerical and literacy skills
- Basic computer skills and confidence using IT systems
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
LGC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about LGC and has not been reviewed or approved by LGC.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA/HSA options are consistently part of the package, and private medical is cited where applicable in the UK. Coverage is often characterized as solid alongside other core benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contribution in the U.S. and pension schemes in the UK, complemented by life and disability insurance. These elements are highlighted as part of a standard-to-competitive core package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and family leave are broadly available, with some sites offering a year‑end shutdown. Flexibility and local leave programs contribute to a generally well-rounded time‑off offering.
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What We Do
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality and range. LGC’s tools play a key role in customer workflows from discovery applications through to commercial manufacture and enable its customers to: bring new diagnostics and therapies to market; progress research and development; optimise food production; and continuously monitor and enhance the quality of food, the environment and consumer products. LGC’s 175+ years of scientific heritage, combined with a track record of innovation and value-enhancing acquisitions, has enabled the company to build its product portfolio and expertise, and develop deep relationships with customers, industry partners and the global scientific community. LGC’s core purpose of Science for a safer world and its core values of passion, curiosity, integrity, brilliance and respect, drive its culture. As of 30 June 2021, it employs 4,350 employees, of which over 1,175 employees hold PhD and/or master’s degrees. Its products and services are delivered by highly qualified and experienced teams, operating from a global network of accredited sites that showcase its scientific and manufacturing capabilities.
