Job Title: Warehouse Operative
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £25,000 – £26,520 per year
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time. Please note that this role will be Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm and you must be a Driver with permanent access to a car as we are not accessible in any way via public transport!
The Plumbing Distribution Company Ltd is a thriving B2B distribution business known for delivering high-quality plumbing products and superior service to our customers. With a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we have been serving our merchants for 17 years and with a focus on continuous improvement, our family run business is seeking a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Operative to join our team and lead our operations to new heights.
Responsibilities:
Stock Organization and Rotation:
- Implement and maintain an organized stock system
- Ensure timely rotation of goods to minimize waste and product expiration
Accurate Picking & Packing of Goods:
- Execute precise picking and packing of products to fulfil customer orders
- Utilize proper packaging techniques to ensure product safety during transit
Processing Orders:
- Process incoming orders promptly and accurately
- Collaborate with other team members to meet daily order fulfilment targets
Stock Administration and Inventory:
- Keep detailed records of stock levels and inventory movements
- Conduct regular stock counts and assist in inventory reconciliation
Housekeeping of Warehouse:
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment
- Implement housekeeping practices to facilitate efficient storage and retrieval of goods
Maintenance of Paperwork and Documents:
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation of all warehouse activities
- Collaborate with the administrative team to manage paperwork related to orders, receipts, and shipments
Transfer of Pallets via Forklift:
- Safely operate a forklift to move and transfer pallets within the warehouse
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines during forklift operations
Unloading Deliveries:
- Coordinate with the receiving team to unload and inspect incoming deliveries
- Ensure accurate recording of received goods and report any discrepancies
Additional Benefits:
- 28 days Holiday (20 days plus Bank Holidays), increasing by one day after one year’s service and every year up to a maximum of five years
- Healthy snacks and drinks provided
- Christmas shutdown (deducted from annual entitlement)
- Free parking.
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous experience / license of forklift trucks
- Maths & English GCSE at Grade C or above
- All Applicants must provide Right to Work evidence at Interview
Desired:
- Current valid forklift license
- Experience of driving large vans considered a bonus!
Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV to apply for this role.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Person, Warehouse Coordinator, Goods Inwards Warehouse Operator, Warehouse Assistant, Warehouse, Process Operative, Processing Assistant, Processing Coordinator, Line Operative, Production Operative, Servicing Operative, Forklift Licence, Driver, Warehouse Driver may also be considered for this role.
