Warehouse Operative

Hemel Hempstead

3 months ago

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About Us:
We are recruiting for a company located in Hemel Hempstead HP2. The company is the world-class leader in real-time distribution of chemicals, paints, adhesives, sealants, and composites in support of commercial airline MRO operations worldwide.

Job Description:
We are currently looking for Warehouse Operatives to join our busy and dedicated team! Assisting the Warehouse team in all aspects, including receiving, picking, packing and shipping goods. With a good understanding of batch numbers, expiry dates and to pick inventory to a high level of accuracy. Follow all health & safety regulations, standard work instructions and maintain company procedures.

Duties Include:

Locate and pick inventory from warehouse.
Inspect and verify products prior to despatch.
Labelling items
Liaise with the Sales and Logistics Teams to resolve any issues.
Pack and shrink wrap goods to a high standard.
Ensure products are picked and shipped to tight deadlines.
Ensure the warehouse is kept clean, organised and safe.

Skills and requirements:
Understanding of batch numbers, expiry dates and lot traceability.
Reliable, with mature attitude.
Good general education and numeracy skills.
Forklift experience would be an advantage
Computer literate – competent with Microsoft Office.
Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
Good interpersonal and team skills, with excellent time management and attendance record.
Flexible approach and available for both evening and weekend working when required.
Physically fit and capable of manual handling on regular basis.

Successful Candidate will have: Warehouse experience

What we offer you:
Parking onsite
22 Days holiday + Bank Holidays (for permanent staff).

If this sounds like the role for you, Apply Now!

Reference: AGS556

Vacancy: Warehouse Operatives

Location: Hemel Hempstead HP2

Salary: £12.25 per hour

Hours: Temp to Perm - Mon to Fri 9.30am to 6pm

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