Warehouse Operative

Well Pharmacy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Bestway Healthcare is seeking a motivated Warehouse Operative in Leeds to handle order picking with digitised handheld scanners and manage stock using scanning equipment. You will join a multi-functional warehouse team focused on accuracy and efficiency.

The role requires physical capability, good communication, and a willingness to learn new technologies while adhering to safety policies and procedures. Training is provided within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment is preferred but not required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are beneficial.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to learn new warehouse technologies and processes.
• Familiarity with scanning technologies used in warehousing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Use digitised handheld scanners to pick orders accurately.
• Operate stock counting scanners to maintain inventory records.
• Receive, store, organise, and distribute products within the warehouse.
• Keep the warehouse clean and safe to promote a healthy working environment.
• Collaborate with the team to meet daily targets and goals.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor or manager.
• Handle and package products carefully to prevent damage during handling and transport.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to streamline warehouse processes.

Skills

Fast-paced warehouse experience

Team player

Physical fitness

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Tools

Digitised handheld picking scanners

Stock counting scanners

Job description

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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Operative to join our team in a multi-functional warehouse setting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for various warehouse activities, including picking orders using digitised handheld picking scanners, using stock accounting scanners, and ensuring efficient operation within the warehouse.

Main Responsibilities

• Utilise digitized handheld picking scanners to accurately pick orders and fulfill customer requirements.
• Operate stock accounting scanners to maintain accurate inventory records and track stock movements.
• Assist in receiving, storing, organising, and distributing products within the warehouse.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organisation of the warehouse to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve daily operational goals and targets.
• Always adhere to health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Handle and package product carefully to prevent damage during handling and transport
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude to contribute to a collaborative and productive work environment in the warehouse

The Ideal Candidate

Key knowledge and skills required:

• Previous experience in fast paced warehouse environment preferred but not required
• Familiarity with digitized handheld picking scanner and stock accounting scanners in an asset
• Good communication and ability to work as a team is advantageous
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects as needed
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and warehouse processes

Problem solving & Change:

• Addressing discrepancies between physical inventory and system records
• Resolving issues related to pick errors or damaged product
• Troubleshooting pick issues and scanner issues.
• Adapting to new technologies and software updates to warehouse Operations
• Embracing continuous improvement initiatives to streamline warehouse processes

About The Company

With the purpose of improving the lives of our patients and customers, Bestway Healthcare supports communities across the United Kingdom and Ireland through an extensive network of community pharmacies and pharmaceutical wholesale depots.

Our wholesale business unit operates two pharmaceutical wholesale brands, Lexon and Bestway Medhub which combined support over 5,000 independent community pharmacy contractors, processing over 100m packs of medication every year making us the 4th largest pharmaceutical wholesaler in the United Kingdom. Our wholesale business unit also operates a leading appliance wholesaler, Wardle’s, a generic supplier Key Pharmaceuticals. We operate from 4 distribution centres with a fleet of vans delivering to independent pharmacies & directly to the most vulnerable patients every day.

Bestway Healthcare are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer. If you have any specific requirements, we'll do everything we can to support you. Whether it is to find a pharmacy that is accessible, or if it is a part time position you are looking for, we can help find the role that is right for you. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process, we will be happy to accommodate you

Please be aware that due to the high number of applications we receive it may not be possible for us to provide an outcome to all applicants. If you are not contacted within 28 days of your submission unfortunately you will have been unsuccessful.