Logistics Operatives

Barfoots of Botley; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Development opportunities

Job summary

Barfoots of Botley is hiring a Logistics Operative for full-time day shift positions across our sites. Expect a busy, temperature-controlled warehouse environment with responsibilities including loading/unloading, moving goods, and assisting with order picking and despatch.

Training will be provided; previous FMCG warehousing experience is preferred and a forklift licence is advantageous. A strong team player who communicates clearly and meets deadlines will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Fresh Produce or FMCG warehousing experience preferred.
• Forklift/Counter Balance Licence and MHE experience preferred.
• Basic verbal English communication required.
• Ability to work in a busy, temperature-controlled warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Transfer finished products to despatch from production.
• Move raw materials to designated locations.
• Be trained across Leythorne and Sefter sites.
• Follow SOPs and maintain safety standards.
• Support internal and external customers with accuracy.

Skills

Forklift licence

English communication

Team player

Fast-paced work

Job description

Logistics Operative

Full time DAY SHIFT positions, 4 days on, 4 days off

With various opportunities across our sites, duties and responsibilities will be centred around our busy Logistics departments. Working as part of a team, our warehouse operators and forklift drivers assist with the safe transfer of produce to and from production and storage areas, as well as picking & packing orders and loading unloading delivery vehicles utilising MHE and Forklift trucks where necessary. You will be confident working in a busy, temperature controlled, warehouse environment and manoeuvring goods around safely both inside and out. Reporting to the Team Leader, you will be passionate about providing a first class service at all times and be responsible for ensuring all operational warehousing tasks are completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner. Operating in both inside and outside areas with associated responsibilities.

Opportunities could be either Sefter Farm or Leythorne site based.

Key Responsibilities

• Loading & Unloading of delivery vehicles
• Ensure safe transfer/locating of finished products to despatch from production
• Ensure safe transfer/locating of raw materials
• To be trained for all warehousing area duties across both Leythorne and Sefter sites
• Adherence to all trained SOPs
• Focus on internal and external customer satisfaction with zero errors
• To operate clean as you go principles whilst carrying out duties
• To maintain high standards of health and safety in all operating areas
• Hazards and accidents reported to the manager in a timely manner
• Focus on continuous improvements

*Full training provided as applicable to role

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Fresh Produce or FMCG Warehousing environment (Preferred)
• Forklift / Counter Balance Licence and experience utilising MHE prefereable
• Able to communicate effectively using basic verbal English
• Confident and proactive with experience working to deadlines
• Experience of working in a fast paced environment
• Be an effective Team Player

Why Work for Barfoots?

• Investors In People Silver Award status
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• 24/7 On line GP access
• Employee Assistance Program
• Benefits Platform
• Development opportunities
• Discounted leisure membership
• Discounted vegetable box scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
• Rapidly growing company
• Committed to Sustainability