The Company

Warehouse Operative, Cross Docks, Northampton (NN7 4DE)

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Warehouse Operator to join our brilliant team at our Panattoni Park site in Northampton (NN7 4DE).

The position holder will carry out all operational tasks and procedures following the company guidelines across site contracts.

The role will offer a salary of £28,716.08 per annum with a shift allowance of £416 per annum. The shift pattern for this role is 10:00 - 18:30 Monday to Friday.

Benefits:
-up to 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days Volunteer Leave per year
-Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
-Free Eye Test *
-Employee Referral Scheme
-Cycle to Work scheme
-Critical Illness Cover
-Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
-On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
-Employee benefits, i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
-Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
-Tailored development and career opportunities
- Health Cash Plan

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

- Goods-in and goods-out loading and unloading
- Offloading vehicles and verifying that stock is accurate upon receipt.
- Ensure that stock is properly booked in and located correctly.
- Picking, wrapping/strapping, and loading vehicles.
- Adjust orders to meet customer specifications when necessary.
- Perform all tasks with precision and attention to detail.
- Be prepared to work on other contracts and shifts as required.
- Availability for overtime work when needed.
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities within the team.
- Work within best practices and suggest improvements to the YUSEN Quality Management System (ISO 9001).
- Coordinate with other shifts and perform additional duties as needed.
- Assist with day-to-day operations as required.
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and participate in all relevant safety briefings and campaigns.
- Conduct all equipment checks as per procedure, taking necessary actions to ensure your safety and that of your coworkers.

Key Skills:

- Experienced in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), though training will be provided if needed.
- Must be able to operate Material Handling Equipment (M.H.E) with a current license, but training can be offered.
- Self-motivated and adaptable.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.