Warehouse General Operative

Syscoireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider in the United Kingdom is seeking Warehouse Operatives to join their distribution center in Newcastle. This day shift role offers a starting rate of €14 per hour, with opportunities for overtime. Candidates should possess previous warehouse experience and be available for a flexible working schedule. Full training will be provided to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures. Join a dynamic team dedicated to high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

€14.28 p/h

Wellness day

Service days

Discounted staff sales

EAP

Expert Training & Development

Qualifications

• 2 years previous warehouse experience is preferable.
• Availability for a 5 over 7 day working week and overtime.
• Must be able to communicate effectively regarding safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Hand selection of orders in multi-temperature environments.
• Meet or exceed minimum efficiency and accuracy levels.
• Follow Health & Safety and Food Safety protocols.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

High productivity

Accuracy

Safety conscious mindset

Tools

High reach truck

Job description

Being a part of Ireland’s largest foodservice provider means joining a team that is passionate about the world of food and dedicated to the growth and support of the industry. Here at Sysco, our wide, national network aims to serve thousands of cafés, restaurants and bars throughout the country that make up our customers.

We are looking for Warehouse Operatives to join our team in our distribution centre in Newcastle West, Limerick. This is the day shift role with a starting rate of €14+ per hour and opportunities for overtime. Previous warehouse experience is advantageous but not essential as full training is provided.

Why work for Sysco?

• €14.28 p/h
• With an increase after 12 months
• Wellness day
• Service days
• Discounted staff sales
• EAP
• Expert Training & Development

Key Accountabilities:

• Hand Selection of orders within multi-temperature environments (Ambient, Cooler and Freezer chambers)
• Meet or exceed minimum efficiency and accuracy levels
• Follow Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hygiene and Operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies
• Follow Manual Handling, Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and any other, role relevant, training (full training will be provided)
• Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited to mechanical handling equipment, arm mounted terminal
• Perform any other general warehousing duties as assigned

Requirements:

• 2 years previous Warehouse experience, full 2–4-week induction and training programme provided
• High reach Truck Experience Highly desirable
• Availability for 5 over 7 days working week (weekends included), ability to work different shift patterns and overtime when required
• A team player with the ability to work to deadlines in the fast‑paced environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the business, as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations
• High level of productivity and accuracy with a safety conscious mindset
• No public transport available to/from depot – own transport advisable

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time to time to meet the changing needs of the business.

Sysco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.