General Operative – Warehouse

What's the role about?

Reporting directly to the Warehouse & Transport Manager, you will work with a team of Warehouse Partners performing an array of Warehouse activities, to ensure the safe and efficient receipt, storage, pick and dispatch of raw materials, consumables & finished products to feed manufacturing operations and customer demand, contributing to the overall achievement of branch KPI’s.

This role is a permanent position based at our textile factory in Darwen, Lancashire. The role is on site with working hours Monday - Friday. Hours can be discussed at the interview stage. This is a full time opportunity.

What you will be doing?

• Picking products from the warehouse to be taken to the sales floor.

• Ensuring that products are kept flowing and stocked at all times.

• Supporting other sections within the department as and when required.

• Performing any other duties as required by managers.

• Contributing to a safe working environment by being up to date on all H&S training requirements

What you will have?

• Effective communicator

• Demonstrates drive and enthusiasm

• Willing to tackle difficult issues

• Strong time keeping skills

• A great eye for detail

What else can you bring?

• Previous experience working in a warehouse or production environment.

• Previous experience working with wave trucks.

Application process:

The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process").

Please note:

We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend you apply early.

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