Warehouse Team Member

pladis Foods Limited; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Employee assistance programme

Free onsite parking

Career development

Job summary

pladis is recruiting a Warehouse Team Member for our Midlands Distribution Centre. You will join a fast-paced environment handling finished products, with initial two weeks of training on all Manual Handling Equipment and protective clothing provided during induction.

The role requires Counterbalance and PPT experience, adherence to GMP/HACCP, and a proactive, adaptable mindset to thrive in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with Counterbalance and PPT forklifts.
• Understanding of GMP, HACCP and safety at work.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
• Able to multitask and work with initiative.
• Maintain high hygiene and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive, pick and load finished products in the Warehouse.
• Complete two weeks of MHE training during induction.
• Use FLT/Counterbalance/PPT/VNA for operations.
• Ensure accurate stock receipt and data entry into WMS.
• Support safe, efficient warehouse operations and housekeeping.
• Assist with improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift

PPT forklift

Tools

FLT

Job description

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you. As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits. To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose‑led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

Role Title

Warehouse Team Member

Salary

£36,350.58

Working Hours

2 weeks - AM Monday-Friday 6am-2pm, 2 weeks - PM Monday - Friday 2pm-10pm, 2 weeks - Nights Sunday 8pm-6am and then Monday - Friday 10pm-6am, 2 weeks - Weekends - Saturday 6am-4pm, Sunday 10am - 8pm

Location

Resolution Road, Ashby, LE65 1PF

What’s it like working in the Warehouse?

Proud to be part of the pladis family, our Midlands Distribution Centre has been the beating heart of McVitie’s logistics since 1992. It’s where our products are carefully stored and sent out to stores Globally. There’s a real sense of satisfaction in knowing you’re helping deliver a product people love.

Benefits

• 272 Holiday Hours (increasing with service)
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Colleague Discount scheme
• Reward Gateway for benefits
• Happiness Hub - access to retailer discounts and much more
• Free onsite parking
• Long service awards
• Staff shop
• Progress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality product.

What will this role achieve?

We are looking to recruit highly motivated individuals to join us as Warehouse Team Members at our MDC site. This is a great opportunity to be part of a fast‑paced, supportive environment where your contribution really matters.

Your main responsibility is to receive, pick and load finished products in the Warehouse. You will receive two weeks of training on all Manual Handling Equipment (MHE) to help you succeed in the role. We will provide you with protective clothing and relevant equipment during your induction which must be worn at all times. After your six month probationary period we will provide you with a smart uniform.

Key Deliverables

• 2 weeks training when you join – FLT / Counterbalance/ VNA / PPT
• Report all accidents and near misses.
• Offloading finished goods and packaging into the Warehouse
• Loading finished goods onto trailers
• Picking product from pick-face
• Use of an FLT/Counterbalance/PPT/VNA
• Accurate receipt of stock and inputting into WMS system.
• Maximise Warehouse efficiency whilst minimising waste.Help keep the Warehouse running smoothly by checking product quality and making sure the work area stays safe.
• Ensure housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained to the highest of levels.
• Supporting the business with the generation of any improvement Initiatives.
• Bring your experience

Essential

• Have experience working with Counterbalance and PPT.
• Have an understanding of good manufacturing practices, HACCP and safety at work procedures.
• Open to learning and adapting to change.
• Be able to multi‑task and have the drive and tenacity to work under your own initiative.
• Maintain high standards of Hygiene and Housekeeping.
• Additional ad‑hoc duties as and when required.

Desirable

• Have an in‑date Counterbalance and PPT license (All training will be provided.)

Recruitment Process

Assessments – Swift Comprehensive Aptitude and a Workplace English assessment. These should take around 60 minutes to complete. Interview – 45-60 minute competency-based interview based on our company values and your experience. If you’re an internal member of staff, depending on your current job role, you may not be required to complete all of the assessments.

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite. It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values. Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful. Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer. Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

• Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
• Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers
• Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better
• Resilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward
• Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Diversity and Inclusion

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

Recruiter & Agency Information

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business. We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.

Company Background

pladis is an ambitious global snacking company and home to many loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate. Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of our 15,000+ global workforce spans 26 bakeries and factories and is united by our purpose: to ‘bring happiness with every bite’. As a responsible business delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.

For more information, please visit : www.pladisglobal.com