Warehouse Operative

DHL; Harlow; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with employer and 8%/4%

24/7 GP support

Retail & lifestyle discounts

Loans and mortgage advice

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Warehouse Operative in Harlow to support our fulfilment operation. The role involves picking, packing, and processing orders in a fast-paced environment.

Training will be provided, followed by a rotating 4-week shift rota to cover business needs. We offer a structured career path within a global logistics leader and benefits including a competitive pension and access to employee assistance.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to count accurately
• Able to follow instructions and work within a team
• Proficient with warehouse IT systems (WMS)
• MHE experience is advantageous, training provided
• Previous warehouse experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Pick and assemble products to standard using prescribed processes
• Process returns and assist with inventory counting
• Operate IT systems and process paperwork as required
• Use manual handling equipment as trained
• Adhere to safety guidelines and promote workplace safety
• Operate mechanical handling equipment where trained
• Work within a physically demanding environment
• Ensure safe handling of products to preserve quality
• Collaborate with site teams to improve methods and efficiencies

Skills

Communication

Counting accuracy

Follow instructions

WMS proficiency

MHE experience

Tools

WMS

IT systems

Job description

Warehouse Operative Pay Rate: £28,519.29 Grade: CA Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) Shift patterns: At first there will be a 4 week training plan, afterwards it will be a rotational shift, 4 week rota - 5 out of Location: Harlow

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly. We're now looking for a Warehouse Operative to play a key role at the centre of our fulfilment operation.

A typical day may involve:

• Pick and assemble products to relevant performance standard using prescribed processes
• Returns processing and inventory counting as required
• Operating IT-systems and processing paperwork as required
• Use manual handling techniques and equipment as trained
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and rules as prescribed and be an advocate of work place safety
• Operating of Mechanical Handling Equipment for which training has been received
• Operating IT-systems and processing paperwork as required
• Working within a physically demanding environment
• Ensure safe handling of product to preserve quality of the product
• Work with the site teams to identify ways of improving work methods and efficiencies as part of working groups or forums

This role would suit people who:

• Happy to work in a chilled warehouse
• Great communication skills, able to understand and follow instructions
• Ability to operate WMS warehouse management system
• Previous warehouse experience is a plus but not a deal-breaker. Training is provided!
• Ability to count accurately and to perform simple math calculations
• Meets or exceeds productivity and other KPI's with a clean disciplinary record
• MHE experience is an advantage - but training will be given

Why join us?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

Building an inclusive workplace

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

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