Amazon Warehouse Operator 1

SOFIDEL; Leicester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the paper industry is seeking individuals for a warehouse role in Leicester. The position involves managing warehouse operations, operating forklifts, and ensuring product safety compliance. Staff will receive competitive hourly pay and benefits, including a staff shop and attendance bonuses.

Benefits

Staff shop with heavy discounts

Employee concierge service

Attendance bonus (subject to completion)

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations desirable.
• Ability to operate forklifts and handling equipment.
• Strong adherence to safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse operations following safety and quality standards.
• Operate forklift trucks and perform daily equipment checks.
• Prepare loading areas and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Warehouse management

Job description

The Sofidel Group is one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 1966, the Group has subsidiaries in 12 countries, including Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania, and the USA. It employs over 6,000 people, with net sales of 2,173 million Euros in 2020, and a production capacity of over one million tonnes per year (1,428,000 tonnes in 2020). The Group’s well-known brand, Regina, is present in almost all reference markets. Other brands include Softis, Le Trèfle, Sopalin, Thirst Pockets, KittenSoft, Nalys, Cosynel, Lycke, Nicky, and Papernet. As a member of the UN Global Compact and the WWF Climate Savers programme, Sofidel prioritizes sustainability, aiming to reduce its environmental impact and maximize social benefits. Its greenhouse gas reduction targets for 2030 are approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the Paris Agreement goals.

Purpose

To guarantee finished goods storage and loading preparation in compliance with working instructions, safety guidelines, product safety standards, and ISO 9001 standards.

Main Responsibilities

1. Move pallets around the facility and store them in the correct storage bays.
2. Manage warehouse operations in line with system requirements and work instructions.
3. Prepare the loading area according to the loading schedule documentation and sign off.
4. Identify and report any product damage or quality deficiencies.
5. Load trucks as required.
6. Ensure all documentation is accurately completed.
7. Operate forklift trucks and other material handling equipment.
8. Perform daily equipment checks and report faults.
9. Maintain equipment to ensure daily functionality, following work instructions.
10. Carry out periodic stocktaking activities.
11. Optimize warehouse space utilization.
12. Collaborate closely with the Day Services and Shift teams.
13. Support colleagues and carry out additional reasonable requests.
14. Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the working area throughout the shift.
15. Adhere to health and safety rules.

Compensation and Benefits:

• £11.45 per hour
• Staff shop with heavy discounts
• Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Employee concierge service
• Attendance bonus* (subject to a full year's completion from January to December)