Warehouse Operator - Northampton, United Kingdom - DSV

DSV

Verified Company

Northampton, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Req Number: 67356

Time Type:
Full Time

Warehouse Operator

Role

The Warehouse Operative's role is to facilitate and ensure that all inbound and outbound shipment is safely and accurately unloaded, received, checked, wrapped and put-away and execute all other tasks relating to warehouse operation in accordance with operational and health and safety procedures.

Able to follow standard operating procedures and work in a methodical and tidy manner. Possessing a comprehensive understanding of material / stock management techniques and inventory control methods and procedures

Purpose of the role

Reporting to the Supervisor, the warehouse operative has overall accountability daily warehousing operations which includes receiving, put away, inventory, picking, packing and delivery of stock items, operating Manual Handling Equipment as required and minimizing any losses and damages during these processes.

To complete all tasks with a high degree of accuracy to ensure and maintain organisation standards. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, health and environment procedures. Maintain a safe working environment within the Warehouse and reporting any incidents or accidents immediately to the relevant manager

Key accountability:

To 'handle' the goods in the vehicles/containers to ensure they are ready for replenishment.
To pick and pack products which includes unboxing, labelling, reboxing and stacking products on pallets.
To carry out all tasks connected with Goods being returned which includes, unloading vehicles, sorting returns and putting stock away
To ensure quality and accuracy whilst performing any operation.
To perform quality, audit and other checks on product or storage locations as required.
To maintain stock integrity by ensuring correct stock and system moves.
To perform all other duties as reasonably required that are consistent with both training and experience.
Health and safety to be fully compliant with all health and safety requirements including warehouse procedures, PPE and housekeeping.
To complete the pre and post use inspections on the workplace transport and report any malfunction or damage to ensure that the work place transfer is in good working order at all times

General responsibilities

Understand and comply with all relevant Company rules, agreements, policies, procedures and with all relevant legislative requirements and codes of practice.
Ensure Company business is treated in the strictest confidence and not disclosed to persons outside the Company.
Act in a professional manner, ensure good working relationships are maintained and promote a good image of the Company at all times
Maintain and comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards, to be aware of the Occupational Health & Safety Management System, OHSAS18001 and to appreciate the responsibility you have to adhere to the respective procedures.
Be aware that the Company operates a Quality Assurance system ISO 9001:2008 and adhere to the respective procedures.
Ensure a good standard of housekeeping through observance of relevant Company policies and ensure that work areas are secure and locked when unoccupied.
Where appropriate challenge and determine reasons for presence on site of any unauthorised person.
Attend any development training as required in compliance with the Company's commitment to the Investors in People standard.

Education & Qualifications Experience

2 GCSE's in maths and English
Previous experience in a warehouse environment
Ability to challenge health and safety failures
Use own initiative to proactively suggestion improvements in procedures
Relevant workplace transport qualifications and previous experience of using a counterbalance and reach truck. The relevant vehicle (eg. shunter, etc.)
Understanding of basic health and safety principles
Good ability to speak English and understand verbal instructions
Good ability to read and write English and understand written instructions
Ability to plan and manage own time
Own transport

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics
DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals.

When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry.

You'll join a talented team of more than 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services.

DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature's terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we'll support you and you