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Warehouse/Forklift Driver

  • Location:

    Croydon

  • Sector:

    Warehouse and Industrial

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £21500 - £22500 per annum + Bonus + Healthcare + Pension

  • Contact:

    Croydon Branch

  • Contact email:

    croydon.web@brookstreet.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    LSB/751649_1567789283

  • Published:

    over 4 years ago

  • Expiry date:

    6/10/2019

Job Description

We are recruiting for an innovative and amazing company who have taken over the hair comb industry! The company offer an amazing package for their staff which includes a performance bonus, healthcare and a pension plan!

Please see the job description below and if you are interested please apply and send an up to date CV!

5+ Years' Experience in a Warehousing/Distribution Environment
5+ Years' Warehouse Scanning Experience
2+ Years' Experience with a Pivot Steer FLT, Bendi or AisleMaster - Must have License.

Highly desirable - License for EPT Electric Pallet Truck

Job Summary:
The successful candidate will work closely within a tight-knit, efficient Logistics Team to ensure a smooth and effective distribution solution to UK and overseas customers.

The successful candidate will have responsibilities for co-ordinating the loading/unloading of vehicles, stock put-away, picking, packing and dispatching of orders within the framework of a fast-paced Dedicated Distribution Centre in Croydon.

This is an integral role within the Logistics Team and the right candidate will be an analytical, experienced warehouse operative and have a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:
* Accepting deliveries of goods and supplies.
* Checking for damages or missing items.
* Put-away of stock using Pivot Steer FLT.
* Storing goods.
* Movement of stock both manually and mechanically. (Some heavy lifting will be involved in this role)
* Picking and packing of orders both manually and mechanically.
* Loading of goods for Dispatch.
* Use of Barcode Scanning equipment.
* Cycle Counts & Stocktaking.
* Cleaning of work areas.
* Some paperwork (CMR's, Despatch Notes & Picking Lists)

Other Duties:
* Occasional picking and packing of small Web Orders will be expected during times of sickness and holidays.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement throughout the DC.
* Attend and participate in Logistics/Staff meetings.
* To bring to the attention of the Logistics or Warehouse Manager any H&S concerns within the workplace and to operate in a safe manner at all times when on site.
Person Specification:
* Valid Bendi/Pivot-Steer FLT License is essential to this role.
* The candidate must have experience of working in a fast paced, pressurised environment and must demonstrate a high standard of time management, organisational and communication skills.
* Good working knowledge of Warehouse H&S
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential as there will at times be direct customer interaction.
* IT literate showing proficiency in Office suite, particularly Excel. The ability to develop a clear understanding of the company's WMS platform and it's relation to warehouse activity.
* Shows understanding of KPI's and their value to the business.
* Previous experience of the beauty industry would be advantageous.

Essential Experience:
* Must have at least 5 years' experience in a warehouse environment
* Must be proficient with barcode scanners
* Must have held a pivot-steer FLT license held for over 2 years

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