Parcelforce Warehouse Sorter

Parcelforce; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading parcel delivery company in Coventry is looking for a Warehouse Sorter to efficiently load, unload, and handle parcels. You'll ensure each package leaves the processing center on time. The role offers a starting salary of £24,268, with potential earnings of around £30,000 per annum, along with robust benefits including a pension scheme, annual leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

22.5 days annual holiday entitlement

Career development opportunities

Free full uniform supplied

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Enjoy a hands-on role with a positive mindset.
• Meticulous attention to detail when handling parcels.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles safely.
• Scan and label parcels accurately.
• Ensure timely dispatch of packages.

Skills

Positive and practical attitude

Good attention to detail

Ability to lift and carry parcels up to 30 kg

Job description

Overview

As one of our Warehouse Sorters, you'll load and unload vehicles; scanning and labelling parcels quickly and efficiently, making sure every single package leaves our processing centre on time and in perfect condition. In return, you'll get a rewarding role including best-in-industry benefits.

About Parcelforce Worldwide

Parcelforce Worldwide provides express parcel delivery across the UK. We employ over 5,500 people and operate across a network of 54 depots throughout the UK. Our intelligent use of technology helps ensure we stay one-step ahead, and everyone that works for us has the responsibility to create a smooth and efficient service. We are always thinking ahead, and we're always looking for friendly and committed people to join our diverse and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles and ensure parcels are handled safely.
• Scan and label parcels quickly and accurately.
• Ensure every package leaves the processing centre on time and in perfect condition.
• Maintain attention to detail and follow procedures.

Requirements

• Positive and practical attitude; enjoy a hands-on role.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry parcels weighing up to 30 kg.

Salary and Benefits

• Starting salary of £24,268 (£12.23 per hour) increasing to £26,758 (£13.49 per hour) on completion of a 6 month probation period.
• Additional supplement of £842 per annum pro rata, nightshift allowance and excellent benefits (based on a 38 hour full-time week).
• Total package of circa £30,000 per annum including benefits (based on a 38 hour full-time week with overtime).
• Night allowance of £102 per week; Saturday premium £4.26 per hour; Sunday premium £6.39 per hour (hours worked as specified).
• Company pension scheme.
• 22.5 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing with service; option to purchase additional leave.
• Career development opportunities.
• Free full uniform supplied; corporate discounts.

Working Details

Contract Type: Permanent

Working hours: 38 full-time hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Typical attendance: Sunday to Wednesday 21:30 – 07:30.

Location: Parcelforce Worldwide Coventry, West Avenue Prologis Park Coventry CV6 4QE.

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