Contract Packing Services
Dependable Contract Packing Services That Builds Control Into Your Supply Chain
Our contract packing services ensure your products are handled properly. From kitting and rework, to hand assembly and export crating, we are your specialist 3PL partner experienced in manufacturing, industrial and automotive industries.
Walkerpack takes the repetitive, time consuming work away from your team ensuring product accuracy, with tight control, clear processes and full traceability, from goods in to dispatch.
Centrally located in the UK Midlands, we support national distribution and international shipping, with scalable capacity for high-volume and bespoke projects.
Contract Packing Services At Walkerpack
Kitting and Assembly
Combine multiple parts into one complete, ready-to-use kit or assembly.
Service typically includes:
- Building parent assemblies from child parts.
- Bundling components into one ready-to-use kit.
- Adding manuals, leaflets, instructions, and accessories.
- Batch control and quality checks so every kit is correct.
Rework, Repacking, and Repackaging
Fix problem stock and get it back into the right channel.
Service typically includes:
- Removing or changing labels, inserts, sleeves, and outer packaging.
- Debranding and relabelling for alternative channels.
- Correcting contents, components, or accessories.
- Inspecting, sorting, grading, and preparing stock for resale.
Hand Packing
Package your delicate or high value stock properly ready for the next step.
Service typically includes:
- Delicate handling when machine packing isnt fit for purpose.
- Purposeful packing into the right protective format for transit.
- Attention to detail with pre-agreed SOP’s and KPI’s
- Flexible labour for high demand and urgent projects.
Export Packing
Protect your goods in transit and meet international shipping requirements.
Service typically includes:
- Custom-designed cases and crates to suit the needs of your product and route.
- ISPM15, heat treated wooden packaging that meets international standards.
- Flexible on-site and off-site packing to suit your operation.
- Support with import and export customs paperwork and freight forwarding.
Why Outsource Contract Packing?
Reduce Total Handling Costs
Improve Speed, Quality And Accuracy
Packs are built, checked and signed off before dispatch, so quality issues are caught early and deadlines stay protected with reliable turnaround.
Flexible Capacity When Things Change
Scale up quickly for recalls, quality issues, range changes or promotional activity without finding extra space, labour or equipment in-house.
Specialist Co-packing Expertise
Better Visibility And Traceability
WMS-led batch tracking, documented work instructions and sign-off make it easy to audit who, what, where, and when your stock has been handled.
Centralised Control
One partner manages inbound, packing, storage and dispatch from one location, reducing handovers, improving visibility and keeping control tight.
Limit Internal Disruption
Move corrective work, rework and repackaging off your production lines and warehouse floor, so your teams stay focused on core operations.
Protect Brand And Channel Integrity
Handle sensitive rework, debranding and repackaging for channel specific markets without putting your mainline brand at risk.
Why Partner With Walkerpack?
Flexible On Project Scale And Complexity
Feel confident your contract packing can scale with changing volumes and requirements, without building extra capacity in-house.
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From simple to complex projects – support for straightforward hand packing through to multi-step kitting, all delivered to the same standard.
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Fixed term projects or ongoing partnerships –Support for ongoing partnerships, multi-year project work, or business as usual operations.
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For established manufacturers & retailers – Aligned to sector specific requirements across automotive, industrial, aerospace and retail supply chains.
Complete Visibility Through Our WMS
Enjoy total confidence and control with real-time visibility, accurate data, and seamless system integration at every stage of your operation.
- Accuracy at each step – Every stock movement is scanned into our WMS, reducing errors and keeping stock records aligned at all times.
- Real time stock visibility – See what is on hand, reserved, in progress and shipped, by SKU, customer, project or programme at any time.
- Integration with your systems – Our WMS links with your order platforms, including SAP, so orders, updates and reports flow automatically.
Project Standards & KPI’s Agreed Up Front
Clearly defined standards, with predictable service levels and performance measured from day one, so quality stays consistent and turnaround is reliable.
- Service Level Agreements (SLA) – Agreed turnaround targets, so you know exactly what to expect and can plan confidently.
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) – Documented steps, checks and handling rules that protect product quality and compliance.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) – A defined set of KPIs linked to your SLAs & SOPs, so each project runs smoothly to pre agreed standards.
Our Operation In Numbers
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Accurate Contract Packing Backed By Clear KPIs
Our performance is tracked against a defined set of key metrics, giving clear, shared visibility so inventory stays accurate, inbound is turned quickly, and dispatch stays on track. This helps us plan ahead, keep service levels consistent, and spot opportunities to improve.
Inbound Controls
- Container unload on time (%)
- Inbound units received (#)
- Inbound units put away on time (%)
Inventory Management
- Perpetual Inventory Count Accuracy (%)
- Pick denial (%)
Order Processing
- Orders completed on time (%)
- Oldest outstanding order (days)
- Estimated days to complete outstanding orders
Delivery & Transit
- On time dispatch rate (%)
- Carrier performance on time delivery (%)
- Carrier performance loss & damage (%)
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Fulfilment Services
Alongside contract packing, we can support full fulfilment for B2B and B2C channels. By keeping packing and dispatch in the same operation, you shorten lead times and maintain clear stock visibility from goods in through to final delivery.
Whether you need ongoing packed orders for dealers, engineers or end customers, or extra capacity for launches, promotions or seasonal peaks, the set-up flexes around your systems and routes to market so orders go out accurately and on time.
Accreditations & Associations
Our accreditations and memberships aren’t just badges on the wall, they are independent proof that we do things properly, safely and securely.
ISO 9001 – Quality Management
Our ISO 9001 accreditation shows we run a tightly controlled quality management system, so you get consistent, reliable service and fewer issues in your supply chain.
ISO 45001 – Health & Safety Management
With ISO 45001, you can be confident we put safety first, protecting our people and ensuring reliable, disruption-free operations for your business.
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
ISO 14001 means we actively manage and reduce our environmental impact, helping you meet your own sustainability and ESG commitments.
Ford Q1 Preferred Quality Status
Ford Q1 is a mark of excellence awarded by Ford Motor Company, proving we can meet world-class automotive standards for quality, delivery and continuous improvement.
Cyber Essentials Plus Certified
Cyber Essentials Plus certification confirms our cyber security controls are independently tested, helping to keep your data and systems safe.
Road Haulage Association
Walkerpack is a proud member of the Road Haulage Association, reinforcing our commitment to safe, compliant, and professional transport standards.
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Contract Packing FAQs
What is contract packing?
Outsourced packing and product preparation, covering tasks like kitting, assembly, rework, repackaging, labelling and dispatch prep.
What types of products do you handle?
We support a wide range of industrial, automotive and retail products, including multi-part components, boxed goods, accessories, printed items and mixed SKU configurations. If your product has handling rules or compliance needs, we build them into the process.
What volumes can you handle?
We support high-volume programmes and high-complexity projects. Capacity flexes around demand so output stays consistent.
How do you prevent errors?
We reduce errors through structured work instructions, scan-led control where applicable, and in-process quality checks. Targets are agreed up front through SLAs and tracked against defined KPIs.
Can you supply packaging and cartons?
Yes. We will assess the needs of products and recommend the best packaging solutions, from off-the-shelf products to custom-built solutions, including labels, inserts and protective materials.
Can you work to our packing spec and SOPs?
Yes. We can work specifically to your work instructions or provide suggestions on how to improve your workflows, backed by our extensive experience in contract packing.
Supporting Services
Warehousing
Monitored, controlled storage with clear inventory visibility to keep high-value stock protected and traceable.
Hand Assembly
We handle fine menual work, fitting small components, reboxing , relabelling and remedial tasks
Ecommerce Fulfilment
Pick, pack and dispatch for B2B and B2C orders with accuracy, speed and full stock visibility from receipt to delivery.
100+ Years Of Proven Logistics Experience
When you hand over part of your operation, you need confidence it will be run with control and consistency. We have spent generations refining processes, training teams, and investing in systems that protect accuracy, quality, and service, whatever the project size or sector.