Customer Order Picker

Inter IKEA Systems B.V.; North Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking dedicated Customer Order Pickers to join a vibrant fulfilment team. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and preparing customer orders, ensuring accuracy and safety while working both independently and collaboratively. The position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and personal growth, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying various employee benefits. Join us to help create a better everyday life for many!

Benefits

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance of 4 times your pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Interest-free loans

Family-friendly policies

Free healthy meal option

Salad bar

Free fruit

Hot/cold drinks

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Picking customer orders for collection or delivery.
• Manual handling of heavy stock and walking across the store.
• Ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Motivation

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise

Initiative

Education

18 years of age or older

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pump trucks

Job description

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

IKEA Lakeside is looking to welcome Customer Order Pickers to join our hard-working fulfilment team.

An IKEA Customer Order Picker is responsible for collecting and preparing customer orders, providing customer service, ensuring safety and accuracy, and working both independently and as part of a team.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Start Date of employment will be: 5th April 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.25 per hour.
• 24 - 30hrs per week with the availability to work between 6am and 9:30 pm, including evenings and weekends.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest-free loans.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential; all you will need is the motivation to make things happen in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
• Proven experience in utilising technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Prepared to initiate tasks on your own initiative and to participate actively in group efforts.
• Compliance with health and safety guidelines necessitates that applicants are 18 years of age or older.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Picking our customer orders for either collection or delivery.
• Manual handling of heavy stock and a lot of walking across the store.
• Working with or around heavy machinery, such as Forklift trucks, counterbalance, and pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

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