Warehouse Operator

The Knauf Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials manufacturer in Sittingbourne is seeking a Warehouse Operator to join their team. The role involves operating forklifts, adhering to safety procedures, and ensuring quality in the loading and dispatch of goods. Ideal candidates will have a forklift license and experience in fast-paced environments. In return, the company offers a competitive salary up to £34,500 plus bonuses, along with various employee benefits including healthcare and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Paid community leave

7% employer pension contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Income Protection

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes

Qualifications

• Certified to operate forklifts.
• Comfortable working in strict safety environments.
• Previously worked in fast-paced warehouse settings.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently and accurately within the warehouse.
• Perform continuous quality checks and monitor operations.
• Ensure timely loading and dispatch of goods.

Skills

Forklift operation

Ability to read dispatch notes

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck license

Job description

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Warehouse Team could be the perfect opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.

As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

At our Sittingbourne Plant, we are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operator to work full-time, 40 hours per week. Shifts: rotating early, late, and night shifts.

Can you say yes?

• Are you certified to operate forklifts?

• Are you comfortable working in environments with strict safety protocols?

• Have you previously worked in a fast-paced warehouse environment?

If so, we would welcome your application!

What you'll be doing:

As a Warehouse Plant Operator, you will work efficiently and accurately within the warehouse, performing continuous quality checks and monitoring operations. You will ensure the forklift truck is well-maintained and contribute to high customer satisfaction by verifying that the correct goods are loaded onto vehicles and dispatched on time.

Duties include:

• Adhere to company Health and Safety procedures to ensure the safety of yourself and others.

• Accurately pick orders and efficiently load trucks.

• Promptly communicate any issues to the appropriate personnel for swift resolution and ensure smooth shift handovers to maintain seamless loading operations.

• Ensure high-quality products are delivered to customers.

• Maintain accurate stock records.

• Comply with all quality systems to guarantee product standards.

• Follow established operating procedures.

• Keep detailed records and report issues clearly and accurately.

• Identify and segregate defective products, ensuring damaged items are replaced with new pallets.

• Actively contribute to the improvement of site systems and adhere to all safety protocols.

• Perform any other tasks required to fulfill your role effectively.

What we'd love for you to have:

• The ability to read and interpret dispatch notes accurately.

• Experience working within quality systems.

• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.

• Strong communication skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck license

• Flexibility to work shifts, including; days, nights and weekends.

We will provide:

• A competitive salary up to £34,500 + bonus.

• Three paid days leave for community, charitable, or voluntary commitments.

• 7% employer pension contribution.

• Level 3 Westfield Cashplan Healthcare.

• Income Protection

• Access to a Reward & Benefits platform.

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (legal or medical advice).

• Life Assurance (4 times your basic salary).

• Cycle to Work Scheme and Tech Scheme

What happens next?

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