Warehouse Operator

ASR Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sugar production is seeking a Warehouse Operator at the Thames Refinery. This role is vital for accurately receiving, storing, and managing goods, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should possess strong computer skills, a Forklift Truck Licence, and the ability to multitask. Join a company committed to excellence and continuous improvement in a vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• Good numerical and English literacy skills.
• Strong computer literacy with data handling ability.
• Proven teamwork skills and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and correctly store goods and materials.
• Carry out physical inventory counts and report discrepancies.
• Ensure timely and efficient receiving and dispatch of goods.

Skills

Numerical literacy

English literacy

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Flexibility

Education

Forklift Truck Licence

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

Warehouse Operator

• Location: Thames
• Reports to: Materials Management Supervisor
• Hours: Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm

About ASR Group®

The ASR Group® family of companies is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. We produce a full range of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products.

Across North America, ASR Group® operates six sugar refineries in New York, California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, we operate refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal and, through a joint venture, Italy. We also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize.

Our portfolio includes well‑known brands such as Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s®, Sidul® and Whitworths®, as well as Tellus®, a compostable tableware and foodservice product made from sugarcane and other plant fibres.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking a Warehouse Operator to join our team at the Thames Refinery. This role is responsible for the accurate receiving, checking, storage and movement of goods and materials from vendors, ensuring inventory accuracy and compliance with safety, quality and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Hygiene and Environmental compliance

Receive, inspect and correctly store goods and materials (MRO & materials) delivered by vendors

Accurately process goods receipts, goods issues and stock transfers using SAP

Carry out physical inventory counts and stocktakes, investigating and reporting discrepancies

Ensure timely and efficient receiving and dispatch of goods to maintain inventory accuracy

Optimise weekly delivery schedules in collaboration with the Materials Management team

Ensure all required documentation is received and completed (e.g. delivery notes, CofA, certificates of conformance)

Liaise with Packing Area Managers and the Quality team to ensure correct storage, product control and swift resolution of quality issues

Ensure full traceability of inbound materials in line with specifications

Support internal and external audits and site visits

Skills, Experience & Attributes

Good numerical and English literacy skills

Strong computer literacy, with the ability to handle data quickly and accurately

Experience with SAP, Windows and Microsoft Office is beneficial

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise workload and multitask effectively

Proven teamwork skills and flexibility

Forklift Truck Licence (essential)

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global organisation with iconic brands, strong values and a commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

At Tate & Lyle Sugars, our goal is to be the most admired sweetener Company.

Service Excellence -Be the industry's Gold Standard by a relentless focus on reliability, providing products with superior quality and excellent customer services.Efficiency and Sustainability -Eliminate inefficiency to be a sustainable, low cost producer and to generate fuel for reinvestment.Value-Add -create strategic advantage and enhanced profitability through value-added products and services. The foundation of our values isTalent and Cultureas we aim to build, retain and motivate a winning team.