Dispatch Clerk

2 weeks ago


Milton ON, Canada Forterra plc Full time

01 May 2024

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.

Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.

Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done. Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation’s construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence. Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Milton team in the position of Dispatch Clerk.

The purpose of this role is to meet works administration requirements on site, and the role holder will work closely with the administration team, production manager, works manager, shift managers, safety coordinator and engineer to ensure the site's targets and objectives are achieved.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following;

  • Delivery tickets to be issued.
  • Sales report to be produced each day/week.
  • Clay collections to be recorded.
  • To raise purchase orders, enter and receipt onto system.
  • File all current/completed purchase orders and invoices.
  • To answer all incoming calls politely and transfer to appropriate person.
  • Greet and deal with visitors politely.
  • Arrange brick samples to be delivered.
  • To assist with maintenance and production administration.
  • Liaise with drivers, Sales and Transport.
  • Dealing with collections, deliveries, returns and discrepancies.
  • Ensure all visitors and contractors sign in and out.
  • Daily completion of the Dispatch Log.
  • Posting copy tickets to Sales on a weekly basis.
  • Administration support for Office Manager, Production and Maintenance.
  • Maintaining a robust system for checking and storage of dispatch tickets and purchase orders.
  • Maintaining training records ensuring confidentiality at all times.
  • Liaising with suppliers in relation to orders, delivery dates and invoice queries.
  • Purchase order input onto purchasing system.
  • Stock Control of PPE and staff welfare items.
  • Microsoft Windows files and folders management.

About You ;

  • Possess a fun, friendly and helpful attitude with effective communication skills.
  • Be able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.
  • Have the ability to prioritise workload.
  • Have an accurate and methodical approach to work.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • A good basic understanding of health & Safety is essential.
  • Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines.
  • Confident & outgoing personality.

Education/Qualification

  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
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