Warehouse Operative

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Successful applications will be responsible for a variety of jobs including taking delivery of goods into a warehouse for sorting, stacking and storage and then picking and packing items for dispatch as they are sent on their way to our valued customers.

WHO ARE OUR CLIENT?

Our client, Williamson Food Service, is a good natured business who specialise in fresh and chilled food and drink. They are proud of their family heritage and have been nurturing and inspiring generations for 65 years. They are a passionate and dedicated team who strive to deliver a first class service to every customer, every time.  

It's their people that make them special. They have ambitious plans and need enthusiastic individuals who will thrive on being a company ambassador and want to help them achieve their vision to ‘Take freshness further’. They offer jobs and careers filled with purpose.

THE ROLE

There are two roles:

*06:00 - 14:00 (Fixed term and full-time until October).
*14:00 - 22:00 (Permanent and full-time).

*Typical hours per week will be 37.5. Working 5 days out of 7

Start and finish times may vary.

Basic starting rate of pay is £11.50 per hour.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure that all orders are accurately picked to help improve customer satisfaction levels achieved by the Company. This will include checking the products required are selected accurately and in accordance with each specific order extracted from the system.
  • Ensure the products selected are free from obvious signs of damage and the ‘Use By’ dates of all products picked are examined to ensure that they provide an acceptable shelf life for the customer.
  • Ensure all perishable items picked comply with the Company’s established quality standards.
  • Ensure products are packed securely to prevent damage in transit, for example, heavy robust items at the bottom and more fragile items on the top.
  • Assist with the maintenance of product ‘stock rotation’ and ‘stock level’ arrangements developed for each storage area thus reducing wastage and ensuring the most effective utilisation of all goods held in stock.
  • Fully participate in maintaining effective teamwork with all work colleagues, particularly when there is a requirement to work in groups.
  • Working quickly and efficiently accommodating the required sequence of picking and loading.
  • Continual awareness and conformance with all internal Company procedures and parameters, including Health & Safety provisions.
  • Bringing to the attention of relevant Supervisors or Managers all areas of concern regarding internal operations which could result in a deterioration of the service offered to customers or assist in identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • To carry out all other reasonable instructions emanating from Supervisors, Department Managers or other Senior Managers.
  • To work to a high standard and fully co-operate with all colleagues in a professional and diligent manner.
  • Flexibility to reflect the needs and volume of business at various times of the year.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Awareness and understanding of the “stock rotation, “stock level” and preservation arrangement established by the Company for each product and storage area.
  • Awareness of all relevant health & safety and food handling legislation pertaining to the Company’s operations.
  • Awareness of the Company’s employment procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook and Policy and Procedures Manual.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Williamson's team are at the heart of what they do, delivering thousands of fresh and chilled products to hundreds of customers across the Highlands, every day. They will want you to be comfortable using your own initiative and enjoy working within their awesome team.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

  • Good discount on our food and drink.
  • Fair pay for a fair day’s work.
  • Full training and development.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Take time to chill with 5.6 weeks annual holiday.
  • The comfort and warmth of a family business.

WANT TO APPLY?

Are we a good fit for you?

If we are, please get in touch for a friendly chat on 01463 236600 or send a covering letter and an up to date CV to Bruce Storier (bruce.storrier@williamsonfoodservice.co.uk)

DIVERSITY

Williamson's strive to be representative of the community in which we serve and know that diverse talent makes a better team. They ensure their recruitment practices are fair and equal and that opportunities are open to all, regardless of gender, background or identity.

They reserve the right to alter this Job Description to reflect changes to the requirements of the post or the services offered to customers. Additional ad-hoc duties/tasks may be required as and when by the company.

Requirements

IS THIS YOU?

Williamsons want people who are down to earth and with a good work ethic. To be part of their incredible team, you must:

  • Take pride in all that you do.
  • Carry out everything to the highest standard.
  • Never compromise on safety.
  • Be part of the wider team.
  • Deliver phenomenal customer service.
  • Do what’s required to get the job done.
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