The Company

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 Warehouse Operative to join our team in for our Yamaha contract at our Milton Keynes Site MK7 8BL

The role involves assisting with warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, and forklift operation, while following company and safety standards.

The role will offer a salary of £30997.79 per annum with the shift of Monday to Friday 10:00-18:00
Benefits:
• Free parking
• 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

- Safely handle products during all inbound and outbound processes, ensuring adherence to company procedures.
- Handle goods correctly to minimise damage and follow manual handling techniques to prevent injury.
- Carry out other reasonable requests to support the effective operation of the warehouse.
- Use manual handling equipment appropriately, as trained, to support operational processes when needed.
- Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and take appropriate action if procedures are not followed or can be improved.
- Conduct equipment checks according to procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
- Maintain and update site Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work, and working instructions.
- Continuously seek ways to improve processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and customer service.

Key Skills:
- Previous warehouse experience is an advantage
- Experience in using RF scanners is an advantage
- Awareness of manual handling techniques is an advantage
- Counterbalance, VNA, or T20 experience/licence is advantageous but not essential, training can be provided
- Familiarity with OPUS Warehouse Management team is an advantage
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Self-motivated and Flexible
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Deputise for the Team Leader where appropriate

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.