Warehouse Operative -Despatch loaders NIGHT SHIFT

TN United Kingdom; Darlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Warehouse Operative in a busy distribution center. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are motivated by delivering results. You will play a vital part in ensuring customer orders are accurately picked and loaded, while adhering to health and safety standards. With opportunities for personal development and a supportive team, this position offers a chance to grow within a leading health and beauty retailer. Enjoy a range of benefits, including discounts and a company pension, while contributing to an essential supply chain operation.

Benefits

28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Staff discount codes

30% discount on products

Company pension

Wagestream access

Learning and Development programmes

Qualifications

• High level of numeracy is required for loading tasks.
• Previous despatch experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload cages while maintaining cleanliness and safety.
• Track assets and ensure performance standards are met.

Skills

Numeracy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

Barcode readers (HHT)

Job description

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Darlington, United Kingdom

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Posted:

24.04.2025

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08.06.2025

Job Description:

Warehouse Operative - Despatch loaders
Stead House Distribution Centre

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 10pm-6am.
Total Hours Per Week: 40

Introduction: An exciting opportunity to be part of our successful Superdrug Supply Chain; working within one of our busy Distribution centres as a Warehouse Operative. This vacancy is for the Savers DC known as Stead House Distribution Centre, based in Darlington. The hours of work will be predominantly as stated above but flexibility will be required across all other shift patterns.

Why Superdrug: With over stores, we aim to deliver the BEST; The right product, in the right place at the right time; delivered at unbeatable cost, through a skilled and committed Supply Chain Team.

Role Purpose: The Warehouse Operative working in the Dispatch area plays a key role in ensuring that the customers (stores) orders are picked & loaded in a neat, accurate and safe manner to meet daily deadlines. You will be required to work out weights when loading, so a high level of numeracy is required. This role will report to the Operations Team Leader for Stead House Distribution Centre.

A typical day in this role includes:

1. Loading/Unloading cages on a daily basis
2. Asset tracking cages in and out of the DC + cage tracking on wins
3. Ensuring all agreed daily/weekly work performances are achieved to the required standard as a minimum
4. Always maintaining excellent loading standards
5. Ensuring that all loaded stock is clean and undamaged, reporting any issues to your Line Manager
6. Keeping the work area clean and tidy by adopting a “Clean-As-You-Go” discipline. (This may include, but not limited to: cleaning up spills, wiping down surfaces, removing waste bins and generally keeping the work area, tools and equipment clean, safe, and free from hazard)
7. Assisting the Operational Team in all aspects of Health and Safety and reporting all accidents/incidents/near misses immediately to your Line Manager.

This job is a good fit for you if:

1. You enjoy working at a fast pace in an ever-changing environment
2. You are motivated by delivering results and can easily work to deadlines
3. You are good at building strong working relationships
4. You are self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision
5. You are honest, reliable and dedicated to your role
6. You have a strong work ethic with meticulous attention to detail
7. You have a good attitude and aptitude with a willingness to learn new skills

What you’ll need:

1. Previous despatch experience within a warehouse environment (not essential)
2. Experience of bar code readers (HHT) would be an advantage
3. Flexible approach to performing other duties within the warehouse as requested by your Line Manager
4. High level of numeracy
5. Excellent time and attendance record
6. Good teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work on your own
7. Always demonstrate and maintain a high level of health and safety awareness around the warehouse, ensuring own safety and the safety of others. Adopting the ASW, H&S Values: Always Safe at work; think smart, think safe

Here's what's in it for you:

1. 28 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
2. 2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
3. 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
4. Company pension
5. We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
6. Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
7. We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15, stores in 25 markets!
8. Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes