Warehouse Cold Chain Operative

Kuehne+Nagel; Slough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Slough is seeking a Cold Chain Operative. Responsibilities include managing consignments, operating material handling equipment, and maintaining facility hygiene. The ideal candidate will have a forklift license and strong teamwork skills. Competitive wages and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

PHI income protection

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Forklift Truck Operator's license required.
• Ability to work successfully under pressure.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all consignments are processed upon receipt & dispatch.
• Conduct daily facility sweeps and manage stock.
• Operate material handling equipment (MHE).

Skills

Forklift Truck Operator's license

Strong teamwork skills

Self-motivation

Planning and organizing abilities

Excellent time management

Effective communication

Decision-making capabilities

Ability to work under pressure

Problem-solving skills

Good numeric and financial skills

Identifying cost-saving opportunities

Initiative and flexibility

Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION: Join our team to keep the supply chain cool and efficient – your skills are the key to our success.

Your Role

This role is 4 days on, 4 days off. The Cold Chain Operative's responsibility is to ensure all QuickSTAT & Sterling Aviation consignments are processed upon receipt & dispatch from the Quick LHR Facility, following the company’s documented procedures.

Your Responsibilities

1. Preparation & replenishment of QuickSTAT’s dry ice consignments according to client requirements.
2. Conduct daily facility sweeps of Quick LHR to ensure consignments are stored correctly and dispatch is scheduled accordingly.
3. Operate material handling equipment (MHE) for loading and unloading inbound and outbound vehicles.
4. Collaborate with the Global Inventory Group to determine available stock for transfer to Quick & Logistics Service Partner facilities.
5. Arrange stock transfers via third-party linehaul solutions.
6. Manage departmental mailbox shared ownership.
7. Work with related departments and the line manager to resolve discrepancies and queries.
8. Perform cleaning duties to maintain high facility hygiene standards.
9. Maintain a professional manner towards colleagues, visitors, and third parties.
10. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Department Manager or senior management, including assisting other departments during staff shortages.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Forklift Truck Operator's license
• Strong teamwork skills and self-motivation
• Planning and organizing abilities
• Excellent time management skills
• Effective communication skills
• Decision-making capabilities
• Ability to work successfully under pressure
• Problem-solving skills
• Good numeric and financial skills
• Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Initiative and flexibility
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Good Reasons to Join

Quick Group offers competitive wages, private medical insurance, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, and PHI income protection. Our colleagues enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, offering discounts on groceries, holidays, dining out, and more. We care for our colleagues and their immediate families through our employee assistance program, providing 24/7 GP, legal, financial advice, and mental health counseling. As part of the Kuehne + Nagel group, joining us offers numerous opportunities for career growth and development.