Warehouse Operative

Creed is a family business, established in 1972, which is ambitious with it's growth within the industry. We deliver a great range of multi-temperature food products, including our butchery and fresh ranges to caterers across the country from our offices in Cheltenham, Ilkeston & High Wycombe. It's a great place to be and we are proud of our role in supporting our local community. We are dedicated to creating a great place to work, with great people and this year we have been listed as a top 50 company to work for by Best Companies, across all three of our depots, having achieved a "two star" status. We are also the number one food and drinks sector (Q2) company to work for. Our people are committed to our values, choose their attitude and focus on the needs of the customer. They work hard and are committed to providing a great service but want to have some fun and development along the way. Our employees often get involved in charity events, attend the company conversations, put
forward their ideas for improvement and contribute in the team briefings. Our core business values are being: Commercial, Proud, Friendly and Nurturing.

Role Details

The role of 'Warehouse Operative' is a varied and vital role in the warehouse. You will carry out the handling of all stock held within the warehouse, ensure all stock is received as required and carry out the accurate replenishment of all pick fixtures in a safe fashion following stock rotation procedures.

Some responsibilities of the role include:

• To pick customer orders in full and on time ready for delivery the following day.


• To ensure the quality and temperature of the product is correct.


• Be aware of any products falling below the required standard, and reject them immediately.


• Establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees, managers, and visitor's e.g delivery drivers.


• Tidy and ensure the warehouse is free of obstacles at all times.


• Adhere to the procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment, including Powered Pallet Truck's & Fork Lifts.


• Adhere to the procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment.


• To comply with all company policies and procedures, specifically surrounding health and safety.


• Other duties as required, according to the needs of the business.
  
  The successful candidatemust have a positive 'can do' attitude, be keen to learn new skills and have a desire to make a difference. Successful candidates will be highly motivated, not afraid to get stuck in and have the flexibility to work extra hours in line with the business needs.


It is essential that you have the following:

• Experience as a Warehouse Operative ideally gained in a Foodservice environment.


• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external customers - this includes employees, managers, visitors and delivery drivers.


• Quality Control Experience is desirable.


• Experience and relevant licence or certification to utilise Powered Pallet Trucks & Fork Lifts would be desirable, but not essential as all training can be provided internally.
  
  Contracted hours: The working pattern for this position would be Sunday to Thursday 19:00 - 04:00.


Benefits: 33 days of annual leave, Living Wage Foundation Employer, Life Assurance, Childcare Voucher Scheme, Savings Scheme, Training Opportunities, Discounted Staff Purchases, Staff Lottery, Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme & many more.

If you think you have what it takes to succeed, click apply now below.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age, as outlined in our equal opportunities policy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,454.52 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave


• Casual dress


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount


• Life insurance


• On-site parking


• Referral programme


• Store discount


Schedule:

• 8 hour shift


• Night shift


Ability to commute/relocate:

• Staverton GL51 6TQ: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)