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Warehouse Operative

Job ref. PYCH09KING

Temporary

£11.44 per hour

Plymouth

Contract: Full time

Our client, based in Kingsbride, are seeking a Warehouse Person to start on a long term conractr immediately. You will be responsible for effective stock maintenance of incoming and outgoing stock, complying with the company’s health and safety regulations while providing high standards of customer service.

The use of Mechanical Handling Equipment and some manual lifting will be involved and as such you will need the ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism towards safety.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

  • To unload and check accuracy of all incoming stock deliveries in line with the Health & Safety offloading procedures and company policy
  • To carry out daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment in accordance reporting all defects to the Depot Manager
  • To maintain a high level of stock security and carry out the required security checks on all outgoing orders and deliveries
  • To deal with returns from customers in a courteous, professional and knowledgeable way
  • To carry out daily/weekly stock checks according to procedure, ensuring an accurate computer stock file
  • To understand and comply with company policy regarding damage controls and replacement part ordering
  • To maintain general housekeeping duties within the warehouse, stock rotation and product group, cleanliness and tidiness.
  • To participate as an effective and willing team member to achieve individual and team goals
  • To ensure a safe and comfortable environment is maintained for customers and employees within the depot
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations whilst in the depot

Key Performance Indicators

  • Good time management, ensuring that stock orders are ready to allow deliveries and collections to be made in a timely manner
  • Professional conduct in the warehouse, ensuring that Health & Safety Regulations are complied with at all times
  • Ability to work on own initiative as well as working alongside team members to achieve depot goals
  • Clear communication skills when interacting with customers, ensuring that they receive a professional and courteous service at all times

About You

  • Basic Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Forklift licence (desirable)
  • Experience working within a large organisation
  • Knowledge of stock management and health and safety at work
  • Ability to work on own initiative and meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to pay attention to detail, while being organised and committed

Hours and Pay Rate:

  • £11.44ph
  • 8am to 5pm (Monday to Friday)
  • 8am to 12pm (Saturday)

 

Benefits
  • Hourly rate as above
  • or the appropriate National Minimum Wage (age dependent)
  • 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
Plymouth
Kingsbridge, Devon

plymouth@thebestconnection.co.uk
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