Warehouse Operative

About the job

At Metro Supply Chain UK, we're big enough to offer exciting opportunities and long-term stability, but small enough for every individual to make a difference.

With approximately 300 colleagues across our sites in Suffolk, Norfolk, Bedford and Wales, we've built a reputation for delivering flexible warehousing and logistics solutions while maintaining the family-business values we were founded on.

JOB SUMMARY

Metro Supply Chain UK are looking for a Bendi driver to join our small, friendly team in Thetford.

It is essential that that candidates have warehousing experience, preferably with licences such as Bendi.

The hours for this role are 8am – 4:30pm, Mon-Fri.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Within the role, the following are the kinds of tasks and responsibilities that will be included. If you spot something that you’re not able to do, or you haven’t come across before, that is OK. We don’t expect candidates to know how to do everything on this list.

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Organise tasks in a safe and orderly manner.

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Working at a timely pace to ensure each task is completed in order to meet the client’s requirements.

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Keeping the warehouse tidy and organised.

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Assisting in other areas of business as required.

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Supporting other members of staff in the operation.

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Operate MHE safely and effectively according to requirements.

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Unloading goods in.

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Checking in goods.

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Putting away products keeping the warehouse.

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Picking products as per customer orders.

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Checking orders, ensuring accuracy.

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Packing orders to ensure safety in delivery.

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Loading deliveries.

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Undertaking any other duties as may be required.

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Completing warehouse documentation as required.

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Reporting all damages, breakages, issues and H&S near misses or accidents.

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Develop strong relationships with all Metro Supply Chain personnel.

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Be aware of our business goals and support them.

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Maintain good relationships with all customers, suppliers, working efficiently together.

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Communicate with Customers in a positive and professional manner.

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Develop an understanding of the products you are handling.

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Work on own initiative within the deadline as set by the customers’ & business requirements.

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Occasionally may be asked to help support other staff members where their knowledge or skills are more limited.

EXPERIENCE:

Warehousing experience is essential, preferably with licences such as Bendi.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

We would like to see the ability to prioritise tasks, making sure we keep the customer at the core of what we do.

Why Join Us:

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Work in an environment where safety is our first priority

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The opportunity to build a career with a growing company

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Company sponsored social events

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Community volunteering

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Death in Service

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Medical Cover

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BUPA Cashplan

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team