Job purpose: To operate as part of the team within the warehouse to deliver key performance targets, safely, effectively and efficiently, meeting the required customer and technical standards.

Operational Responsibilities

• Assist goods Inwards in receiving product as required
• Storing food items in the correct location
• Pick and collate orders accurately
• Check products are labelled correctly from receipt (batch codes etc) through to despatch (customer codes, order number) to ensure full traceability
• Organise product for despatch accordingly at end of shift ready for loading crew the following morning
• Verify all orders processed for despatch are on the correct pallets
• Raise awareness to senior management or the sales team of any product that is unavailable, or of deliveries that are late and require expediting
• Assist the Warehouse Manager and Department Supervisors by supporting other warehouse departments as required

Health and Safety

• Wear correct PPE including, clothing, gloves and shoes
• Comply with food and hygiene requirements and HACCP principles at all times
• Operate within the company health and safety standards at all times and ensure that workstations are kept clean and tidy at all times
• Report any hazards or equipment problems immediately to your Department Supervisor and support resolution as appropriate

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Previous warehouse work would be an advantage
• Fork Lift Truck licence and experience would be a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of supply chain – including requirements and expectations from intake through to processing and despatch
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver to deadlines
• Knowledge and understanding of the food and meat industry is desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of factors which affect efficiency
• Teamwork and communication skills