Parcel Sorters - Twilights

JDR Recruitment; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holidays pro-rated

PPE provided

Free car parking

Job summary

JDR Recruitment Ltd is seeking reliable parcel sorters to work twilight shifts in a busy Carlisle warehouse. The role involves unloading deliveries, checking for damage, picking/packing orders, labeling for dispatch and moving stock as needed.

Flexibility across 7 days may apply, with potential for permanent roles after 12 weeks. Applicants should be physically fit, numerate with good literacy, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Good organisational skills.
• Basic numeracy and literacy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management.
• Physically fit and able to lift and move items safely.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Positive attitude.
• Awareness of Health & Safety procedures.
• Flexible and able to adapt to different tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload deliveries.
• Check goods for damage or missing items.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately.
• Label and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely.
• Move stock around the warehouse.
• Keep the warehouse clean and tidy.
• Always follow Health and Safety procedures.
• Use handheld scanners or basic warehouse equipment when required.
• Help with stock checks and keeping inventory accurate.
• Report damaged goods or equipment to a supervisor.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily targets.
• Carry out manual handling tasks safely.
• Be reliable, punctual, and willing to help with different warehouse duties.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Organisational skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Time management

Reliability

Punctuality

Health & Safety awareness

Flexibility

Job description

PARCEL SORTERS REQUIRED to work TWILIGHTS SHIFTS at a busy logistics company. Operating 24 hours a day in the Carlisle. Average shift typically starts at 14.00 with a shift typically lasting 8 hrs or until the work is finished. Work pattern is Sunday - Saturday with many shifts available. The position involves working in a fast-paced warehouse environment where efficiency, accuracy, and teamwork are essential to ensure goods are processed and distributed on time.

Must be Physically Fit as this is hard work with lots of Manual Handling, bending, lifting and twisting.

Good numeracy and literacy skills required to include a good understanding of Postcodes

• Job & finish basis, so flexibility is essential as finish times may vary depending on operational requirements
• During peak periods, shifts may be available across 7 days per week
• TEMP to PERM opportunity available which means you can get a Permanent job after 12 weeks.

Due to our rural location and lack of public transport, having your own vehicle is essential for this role. Public transport is available however.

Responsibilities/Daily Duties:

• Receive and unload deliveries.
• Check goods for damage or missing items.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately.
• Label and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely.
• Move stock around the warehouse.
• Keep the warehouse clean and tidy.

• Always follow Health and Safety procedures.

• Use handheld scanners or basic warehouse equipment when required.
• Help with stock checks and keeping inventory accurate.
• Report damaged goods or equipment to a supervisor.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily targets.
• Carry out manual handling tasks safely.
• Be reliable, punctual, and willing to help with different warehouse duties.

Skills & Experience:

• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good organisational skills
• Basic numeracy skills and literacy skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good time management
• Physically fit and able to lift and move items safely
• Reliable and punctual
• Positive attitude
• Awareness of Health & Safety procedures
• Flexible and able to adapt to different tasks.

Benefits:

• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays pro-rated
• PPE provided (work wear if required)
• Free Car Parking

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. JDR Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.