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 seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to be based at our Panattoni site (NN7 4DE). You would be working Monday to Friday on a weekly rotating shift pattern of 6am - 2pm and 8am - 4pm, with expectation for overtime in line with business requirements.

This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of £27,081.32.


Benefits
• 22 holiday days per year, moving to 25 days following the completion of 5 full holiday years
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Health cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• 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 and Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities


Key responsibilities
• Safely manage products during inbound and outbound processes, following company procedures.
• Handle goods correctly to minimise damage and prevent injuries through proper manual handling techniques.
• Complete reasonable tasks to support warehouse operations.
• Use Manual Handling Equipment according to training as needed.
• Follow Health and Safety procedures, including wearing PPE, and report concerns to your line manager promptly.
• Conduct equipment checks as required and report defects.
• Adhere to company procedures on absence, performance, and behaviour, keeping company values in mind.
• Communicate any issues or deviations from instructions to your line manager immediately.

Key requirements

• Previous experience working in a similar role within a warehouse environment.
• A team player with a flexible and proactive attitude.
• A valid counterbalance licence is essential for this role. Reach truck, clamp and T20 licences or experience are also advantageous.
• Good general IT skills and ideally experience using warehouse management systems and RF scanners - training will be provided where required.
• Awareness of manual handling techniques.
• Able to adapt to changing demands and meet deadlines.


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

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.