Senior Warehouse Operative

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Saint Margaret’s; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop

Free On-site parking with access to EV

Wellness Initiatives

Job summary

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. We are seeking a Warehouse Leader responsible for the day-to-day running of the warehouse and coordinating dispatch to meet daily objectives.

Lead the Warehouse and Dispatch team, collaborate with QC and other departments, ensure stock accuracy, and promote health and safety standards across the site in Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin.

Qualifications

• Leaving Cert is required.
• Excellent command of English (written and verbal).
• Strong numeracy and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations.
• Coordinate stock picking and loading with other departments.
• Review daily dispatch schedule and implement work plans.
• Capture information using the KBS system.
• Ensure all tranships meet DOT and report shorts.
• Promote health and safety best practices across the site.
• Maintain compliance with internal and external audits.
• Communicate clearly with the team to hit targets.
• Support QC in meeting customer requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Resilience

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Numeracy

Prioritization & multitasking

Career growth

Education

Leaving Cert

Tools

KBS system

Job description

Location: On site / Sandyhill, St Margaret's, Co. Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: FMCG | Warehouse
Salary: Negotiable salary

About Keelings

Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — powered by our dedicated people.

Purpose of the Role:

Leadership and management of the Warehouse, Dispatch team members to achieve our business goals and objectives on a continuous basis and always seeking and implementing ways to improve, promoting Teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• To manage the day to day running of the warehouse
• Working with other departments to ensure that stock is picked and loaded on time and within the agreed procedures
• Review daily dispatch schedule and implement work plan with warehouse operatives to ensure daily objectives are met
• Using KBS system to capture all information correctly
• Ensure all Tranships are loaded to meet DOT and all shorts are reported
• Promote H&S best practise for plans throughout business
• Sustain compliance standards (Team/ Machine/ Environment), for all Daily and customer Audits.
• Work efficiently with QC Team Members to achieve internal and external customer requirements
• Excellent communication with team to understand goals and targets on a continuous basis
• To actively promote health & safety standards, engage in implementing health and safety protocols, and contribute to a risk-free work environment for all, playing a crucial role in mitigating workplace risks and promoting the well-being of all team members.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• DOT
• Warehouse Cost per Pallet
• Stock accuracy
• Loading accuracy

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Very good organization skills
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Office
• Excellent command of English language (written and verbal)
• Good standard of numeracy
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Capable of developing to the next level.

Education & Qualifications:

Leaving Cert

• Excellent command of English language (written and verbal)

• Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
• Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
• Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week

Keelings Values

People Matter

Teamwork

Integrity

Passion for Achievement

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.