Warehouse Operative

DS Smith; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Warehouse Operative to join their dynamic team in Swadlincote. This role involves ensuring that all warehouse tasks are executed efficiently while adhering to health and safety procedures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining productivity and quality standards, conducting various warehouse activities, and ensuring a safe working environment. If you have experience in a warehouse or production setting and possess a strong commitment to safety and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or production environment is essential.
• FLT License for Reach Truck & Counter Balance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety compliance and report incidents immediately.
• Achieve productivity targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Carry out daily warehouse and production activities effectively.

Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Basic Maths Skills

Ability to Lift Objects Safely

Warehouse Task Execution

Education

FLT License for Reach Truck & Counter Balance

Experience in Warehouse or Production Environment

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Operative to join one of our team at Mercia Park, Swadlincote. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling various tasks within the warehouse, ensuring warehouse tasks are carried out efficiently whilst following all H&S procedures

Main Responsibilities:

• To be accountable for own and others health and safety whilst at work, operating in line with SSOW (safe systems of work) and company procedures to enable a safe working environment
• To raise any unsafe acts seen immediately with individual(s) concerned and immediate reporting of health and safety incidents to management
• Achieve set productivity and performance targets ensuring consistent quality standards are met
• Carrying out daily warehouse and/or production activities

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Desirable - FLT License for Reach Truck & Counter Balance
• Experience in a warehouse or production environment
• Desirable - Familiarity with warehouse management systems
• Ability to conduct and carry out warehouse and production tasks effectively
• Ability to lift objects safely and effectively
• Good health and safety knowledge
• Basic maths skills for inventory tasks
• Ability to work shifts AM and PM one week rotation from Monday to Friday