Logistics Operative

Inspired Pet Nutrition Ltd; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity

Sick pay

Holiday buy options

Healthcare cashback

Fertility testing (Hertility)

Pet food & lifestyle discounts

Electric car scheme

Free onsite parking

Onsite canteen

Free hot drinks

Job summary

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is recruiting a Logistics Operative/FLT Driver for our Thirsk site in North Yorkshire. This permanent position offers £31,908 per annum with a 4 on 4 off days pattern, starting 06:00 and 18:00 shifts.

You will ensure warehouse processes for receipt, storage and dispatch are followed to the highest standards. Responsibilities include loading/unloading vehicles, stock storage, inventory control, and maintaining GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar warehousing role.
• FLT/Counter balance or reach truck certification or licence; training can be provided.
• Good literacy and numeracy in English.

Responsibilities

• Pick and assemble loads for dispatch and load outgoing vehicles as per paperwork.
• Unload incoming vehicles and rack away stock following GRN generation.
• Receive, organise and store inventory.
• Follow health and safety policies; promote a safe workplace.
• Maintain FLT fleet readiness and report damage per procedures.
• Uphold housekeeping and GMP standards.
• Assist with training of colleagues; act as buddy to new staff.

Skills

FLT experience

Counterbalance

Reach truck

English literacy

Tools

FLT license

Job description

The Role

We are looking for a Logistics Operative / FLT Driver to join our Manufacturing site in Thirsk, North Yorkshire. This is a permanent position offering £31,908 per annum and is working on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern - days.

On Offer:

• £14.61 per hour (including shift allowance)
• 12 hour shifts, 42 hours per week
• 4 on 4 off - 06:00 and 18:00
• Paid last Friday of each month.

The Role:

To ensure processes are followed within the warehouse to ensure products are receipted in, stored and despatched to the agreed standards and loading plans whilst keeping our colleagues safe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pick and assemble loads ready for dispatch. Load outgoing vehicles with finished goods as detailed on the loading despatch paperwork.
• Unload as and when required all incoming vehicles and rack away the stock following acceptance and GRN generation.
• Receive, organise and store inventory.
• Work in a safe manner at all times ensuring the safety of myself and colleagues. Follow health and safety policies and procedures at all times and raise any health and safety concerns through the appropriate channels
• Ensure FLT fleet is fit for purpose through completing starter documentation and reporting damage to FLTs and plant damage by following the appropriate procedure
• Upkeep general housekeeping and practice good hygiene in line with GMP requirements
• Undertake training and assist with the training of other colleagues when required. Act as a buddy for new colleagues and provide guidance where necessary.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience in a same / similar role within Warehousing
• FLT / Counter balance or reach truck experience is desired (must be able to provide certificate or license) but training can be provided.
• A good standard of education; demonstrates good literacy and numerical skills, able to understand, communicate and report clearly in English

Our Total Reward Benefits include:

• Overtime, enhanced pension, life assurance and enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay and holiday buy options
• Healthcare cashback plan and Hertility at-home fertility testing
• Heavily discounted pet food and lifestyle benefits (Netflix, Spotify or breakdown cover)
• Retail and gym discounts, electric car scheme, and free onsite parking and charging
• Onsite canteen, free hot drinks and modern facilities.

About us

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer employing over 1,200 colleagues across the UK and Europe. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butcher's, Classic, Pro-Nutrition, and Ultra Premium Direct, along with a number of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel, and Crick produce a wide range of dry, wet, and baked foods enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world. Our ambition is simple: to become a global leader in pet nutrition.

Our Purpose: To create happiness

We're on a mission to set a new standard of workplace happiness within the pet nutrition industry - one that looks like no other and feels like no other. Our culture is built on INSPIRED's unique behaviours and colleague experience, creating an environment that excites, empowers, and puts people and pets at the heart of everything we do.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the colleagues and communities we serve. We believe everyone should feel valued, respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We make hiring decisions based on talent, potential and the experience you bring. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all. If you need any adjustments or support to take part in our recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail]