Warehouse Operator

Bespak; Holmes Chapel; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Holmes Chapel seeks a Warehouse Operator to manage warehouse tasks, including receiving, checking, and dispatching goods. Candidates must hold a valid counterbalance forklift certificate and will benefit from a supportive work environment and flexible arrangements. The estimated salary for this onsite temp role is £39,328, pro-rated for the duration of 6 months.

Qualifications

• Essential to hold a valid counterbalance forklift certificate.
• Desirable to have a valid VNA licence but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of warehouse activities.
• Handle goods receipt, general warehouse tasks, and dispatch.
• Operate material handling equipment.
• Conduct inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
• Deliver parcels across site using a company vehicle.

Skills

Forklift experience

Good working level of Maths and English

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Health and Safety conscious attitude

Proactive and adaptable with a 'can-do' attitude

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Education

Valid counterbalance forklift certificate

Job description

About The Role

Bespak are looking for a Warehouse Operator for the Holmes Chapel site, CW4 8BE. The salary range for this onsite temp role is £39,328, which includes the shift allowance. The salary reflects a 12 month so will be pro-rated for your time in the role. We estimate that this will run for 6-months but there may be the potential for further opportunities beyond this.

Working Pattern:alternating days / evenings– Week 1 -Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm |Week 2– 2pm to 10pm / alternating.

Once you click apply, you will be redirected to our company website to make your application.

As a Warehouse Operator, you'll ensure accurate and timely completion of all warehouse activities, supporting production and customer needs. You will handle goods receipt, general warehouse tasks, and dispatch, adhering to operating practices and safety procedures. You'll operate material handling equipment, conduct inventory counts, and maintain accurate records. You'll also perform ancillary tasks like site transport, equipment checks, and contribute to a safe and organized work environment. You will be expected to follow ethical guidelines and report any safety or procedural issues.

It is essential that you hold a valid counterbalance forklift certificate through an RTITB, ITSSAR, NPORS, AITT or other nationally recognised training provider. It would be desirable if you also had a valid VNA licence as well, but we can look to offer this training if needed. Please upload your certificate for your valid licences when you apply for the role.

This position is part of the initial phase of recruitment for an exciting new venture. At Bespak Holmes Chapel, we are investing significantly to expand our capacity to develop and manufacture pMDIs (Asthma Inhalers) with greener propellants to meet evolving sustainability standards in the industry. BHC has recently been awarded a Silver Award by Investors in People.

As a Warehouse Operator,your duties will include:

• Receiving, checking, and storing incoming goods.
• Picking, packing, and dispatching outgoing orders.
• Operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ensuring compliance with SOPs and safety procedures.
• Performing routine checks on equipment and facilities.
• Delivering parcels across site using a company vehicle.

Warehouse Operator, beneficial key skills and experience:

• Good working level of Maths and English.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Health and Safety conscious attitude to work.
• Proactive and adaptable with a 'can-do' attitude.
• Forklift experience is essential for this role.

BespakHolmes Chapel is an Investors in People silver award winner who employs over 300 people and are a pharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that offers development and manufacturing solutions for a variety of medical products. Our products include medical devices such as pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDI), soft mist inhalers (SMI), dry powder inhalers (DPI), nasal sprays and medical check valves.

Holmes Chapel is a beautiful village in Cheshire with excellent transport links via its railway station on the Crewe-Manchester Line. The village has a population of nearly 7,000 and offers various amenities, including supermarkets, shops, restaurants, schools, and a GP practice.

As an ethical employer we align our BZero sustainability initiative to the SBTI certification which means we are on a road to carbon reduction targeting net zero and are proud to be ISO certified in 14001, 45001 and 13485.

A full job description can be downloaded on the application Screen.

Our core values are, Customer Focussed, Respectful, Collaborative, and Agile, these are woven into the fabric of our business and the values we measure ourselves by.

We are flexible. We understand that there is a life outside of work, so we aim to support you in attaining a happy work/life balance. To cater for employees’ individual circumstances, and where possible, we agree flexible working arrangements.

We value our inclusivity as we believe diversity should be embraced and celebrated. We live and work by these values and that’s what makes our company a great place to work.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We will support you throughout the recruitment process with any adjustments you require therefore please contact the Recruitment Team if you require support.

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