Warehouse Operative

Wincanton; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Nuneaton is seeking a Warehouse Operative. Responsibilities include conducting picking operations and managing deliveries. The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse experience and effective communication skills. The role may require heavy lifting, with training provided for necessary licenses. Competitive salary and excellent benefits available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Generous holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Free onsite parking

Employee benefits online discount platform

Qualifications

• Must be capable of heavy lifting and handling.
• Willingness to complete necessary training for VNA.
• Professional presentation and adherence to dress code.

Responsibilities

• Carry out warehouse operations involving picking and delivery.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and communicate effectively.
• Ensure timely deliveries while managing schedules.

Skills

Previous warehouse experience

Experience of a picking operation

Clear and effective communication skills

Understanding the importance of delivering exceptional service

Effective time management skills

Flexibility in work hours

Tools

VNA / counterbalance license

Job description

Salary: £25,396.80

Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 days (Monday – Friday)

Location: Nuneaton, Townsend Drive

Essential skills required

• Previous warehouse experience
• Experience of a picking operation
• Possession of a VNA / counterbalance license, or willingness to complete the necessary training required.
• MHE / VNA Advantageous there may be a requirement to train to drive a Very Narrow Isle Vehicle (MHE / VNA) full training will be provided

Experience & Key Skills

• Clear and effective communication skills
• Maintaining a professional demeanour throughout interactions with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Presenting oneself neatly, in a professional manner and adhering to company dress code policies.
• Understanding the importance of delivering exceptional service and striving to exceed customer expectations.
• Effective time management skills to ensure timely deliveries while adhering to delivery schedules and deadlines.
• This role is hands on, it involves heavy lifting / handling and is full of variety, it is therefore essential that the successful applicant is capable to carry out this nature of work.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required to accommodate operational needs and respond to emergencies or unplanned events outside of regular business hours.

What do we offer?

We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety‑first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, share scheme, employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more

As a valued member of the team you will be rewarded with:

• Competitive salary
• First Aid, Health and Safety & Fire Marshall Training available
• Free onsite parking
• Uniform
• Retail discounts
• Pension scheme
• Death in Service benefit
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing and benefits Portal

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we provide significant opportunities for career progression, as well as training enrichment and multi‑skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Linked Career Path

• Warehouse Operative
• Warehouse Team Leader
• Shift Manager
• Distribution Centre Manager