Associate Operator, Warehouse Operations in Preston

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details:

• Outbound vacancy – Warehouse Operative
• Hours per week: 15 hours
• Days of work: Saturday and Sunday
• Shift Times: 0600-1300 (SAT) & 0830-1630 (SUN)
• Grade 2 £12.96

Let’s talk a little bit about what you can expect! We currently have opportunities to join our fast-paced pharmaceutical supply chain and be a key player in serving millions of patients across the UK and shaping our company culture. We’re seeking flexible Warehouse Team Members to join us at our Service Centre, who thrive in an exciting environment where the work we do is critical in ensuring the integrity of the medical supply chain. If you’re passionate about creating healthier futures, making a meaningful impact in your daily role and want to work with a forward-thinking team, then apply now and let’s take the next step together!

Top 5 benefits working with us:

• Competitive Pension scheme where the company matches your contribution and can include death in service benefit.
• Career training, development, and various internal progression opportunities, such as forklift truck licence, forum representatives, and working in other departments.
• Employee Assistance programme with free legal and financial advice as well as mental health counselling and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders at work.
• Access to Cycle to work scheme and Perks at Work, with discounts at various retailers such as Currys, Samsung, HelloFresh and more.
• Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round.

Here’s an idea of what you’ll be doing on a daily basis:

• Replenishment of Automat System
• Picking and packing orders on the manual picking belt, bulk, fridge and secure areas
• Carrying out roles within transport and routing completed orders to their destination

Here’s the kind of person that would fit us best:

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to communicate well with others
• Good visual accuracy, numeracy and communication skills
• Committed to working in a hazard-free, world class health and safety environment

Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be capable of standing and walking for long periods of time as well as carrying out manual handling activities in line with our Health and Safety standards. On that basis, for this role we cannot make “reasonable adjustments” for any applicant who is unable to carry out such duties.

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required. Less than 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field required. Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent certification preferred. Knowledge in warehouse operations processes, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, and shipping. Knowledge in inventory control principles, stock movement tracking, and material traceability requirements. Knowledge in temperature-controlled handling and cold chain support requirements for sensitive products and materials. Knowledge in packaging materials, reusable shipping assets, and replenishment practices within warehouse operations. Knowledge in shipment documentation, operational recordkeeping, and transaction processing requirements. Knowledge in safe material handling practices and the use of warehouse equipment and tools. Ability to follow established warehouse procedures and standardized work instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records and update operational information in warehouse systems and logs. Ability to identify inventory, packaging, shipment, and material handling exceptions for further action. Ability to support timely and accurate order preparation and material movement activities. Ability to manage multiple routine tasks across warehouse workflows while maintaining accuracy. Ability to work with temperature-sensitive materials in line with defined handling requirements.

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements.