Warehouse Operative 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.

This role is in support of Cencora's wholesale distribution services in Europe operating through our Alliance Healthcare business.

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 in Coatbridge, 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.

• Accurately assemble items from the pick documentation and ensure that the quantity picked is accurate.
• Special care must be taken to avoid damage and the appropriate bin/packaging used - all damages must be reported to the line team leader.
• Any pick face errors must be reported to the line team leaders immediately.
• Any visible errors within the warehouse environment must be reported to line team leaders immediately.
• If there is a problem with a particular line/area the line team leader must be informed.
• Hospital orders are assembled in the same way but must be given to the hospital checker to ensure accuracy.
• Special check orders are assembled in the same way but must be given to the special checker to ensure accuracy.
• Medical Bulk orders, Fridge orders & Secure area orders must be picked in the same way however each have specific criteria that will be covered through training.
• Any errors must be responded to immediately.
• All unusual quantities in picking process must be brought to the attention of the line team leader.
• Any suspected/actual issues relating to an order itself must be reported to the line team leader.
• Any issues relating to transport activities must be reported to the line team leader.
• Awareness of Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• The warehouse area must be kept clean and tidy and free from rubbish at all times.

• 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.
• 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.

• 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.

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.