Warehouse Operator Level 3 (trainer) B Shift

CooperCompanies; Fareham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Healthcare cover

Life assurance

Wellness Platform

Discounted contact lens scheme

Job summary

CooperVision in Fareham, UK is hiring a Warehouse Operator Level 3 (trainer) to join the Distribution team on a rotating B shift. You will carry out complex tasks autonomously and serve as a trainer for your area, coordinating with the Training Coordinator to deliver effective training.

You will support the Team Leader when needed, troubleshoot with ERP/WMS/WCS and Tableau, promote safety, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high performance and service levels.

Qualifications

• Performs complex tasks with autonomy.
• Acts as trainer and mentor to operators.
• Ensures compliance with training standards.
• Supports safety and housekeeping best practices.

Responsibilities

• Operates across plant areas with autonomy and handles complex tasks.
• Trains operators and coordinates with Training Coordinator.
• Supports Team Leader during holidays or LOA.
• Troubleshoots process issues using ERP/WMS/WCS and Tableau.
• Promotes continuous improvement initiatives to improve service levels.

Skills

Trainer

ERP/WMS/WCS

Tableau

Health & Safety

Continuous Improvement

Education

Basic English proficiency

Tools

ERP system

WMS

WCS

Tableau

Job description

Warehouse Operator Level 3 (trainer) B Shift

Fareham, Hampshire, United Kingdom (On-site)

Job Description

Job title: Warehouse Operator Level 3

Department: Distribution

GLS: 0P3

Working hours: Double Day B shift- rotating 5.45am – 13.45pm / 2pm – 10pm

Internal applications only

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

Job summary – What to expect:

Operator carries out a high variety of tasks of moderate to high complexity autonomously and acts as true expert and as a reference for the plant. Operator acts as a back-up of the Team Leaders if case needed. Operator will be a designated trainer for their area of expertise, responsible for monitoring compliance and cooperation with Training Coordinator to ensure good standard of training is delivered.

Your responsibilities will include:

• The Operator works in all areas of the plant with full autonomy.
• The Operator manages the most complex tasks and masters the vast majority of processes in accordance with company procedures & work instructions. Can be assigned in all areas.
• They will support Team Leader and Senior Operator when Team Leader is on Holiday or LOA, they will understand the various key departmental business priorities.
• They troubleshoot process issues using ERP/WMS/WCS and Tableau.
• As a site key user, plays an active role in training, documenting the training with the local trainer coordinating and guiding more junior staff in process execution.
• Perform training of operators in their area of expertise using competency training packs and ensure all training updates are relayed to relevant operators in a timely manner.
• The operator acts as a reference in health and safety regulations within the team and the environment ensuring safe practice regarding use of equipment (i.e. machinery, lift truck, manual handling equipment etc) and general good housekeeping to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Operator masters the use of company systems and acts as a reference to addressing system issues or answering questions.
• The operator actively promotes continuous improvement initiatives and projects and plays an active role in promoting continuous improvement. Involved in the most complex improvements activities.
• The operator investigates and responds to the most complex issues with a high level of competence and autonomy so as to ensure minimum disruption and maximum service levels.
• Act as a back-up of the Team Leader in case needed

A full job description is available upon request.

Experience & Education:

The Operator manages the most complex tasks, masters the majority of processes in all areas.

Can act as a key user.

Understands the fundamentals of Continuous Improvement

Has a basic knowledge of written and spoken English.

Can role-model CVI values for other Operators.

The post holders working environment is a large open plan warehouse / factory building.

All necessary personal protective equipment must be worn along with the use of the correct manual handling equipment and operating techniques.

As well as some lifting the majority of products are transported throughout the building on movable cages which can also be heavy.

Lifting up to approx. 25 kg.

Working at heights required.

There is constant background noise from the operation of various machinery.

Temperatures in the warehouse fluctuate due to seasonal variations.

Periods of prolonged standing.

Internal applications only

What we offer:

You will receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we will give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you will be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering an inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success.

All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.