Nights Warehouse Operative

Nights Warehouse Operative Location: Yate, Bristol Salary: £26,040 per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Hours: Up to 42.5 Hours per week; Mon to Fri Charles Saunders are a Bristol based wholesale company, and we are currently seeking Full-time, Permanent, Warehouse Operatives to join our busy nights team at our head office based in Yate, Bristol. Benefits: Workplace Pension Scheme Life Assurance Scheme – enrolment from day 1 of employment Income Protection Scheme – enrolment from day 1 of employment Access to Employee Health Assured Program (EAP) Staff discount on company goods Free onsite car parking and covered bicycle rack Charles Saunders have been established for over 50 years and are one of the largest independent foodservice companies in the Southwest. We supply a full range of frozen, chilled and ambient foods, fresh and frozen seafood, together with an extensive range of non-food catering products.  The role: This position will suit someone who is physically fit, has a flexible attitude and can work well both alone and as part of a team. Previous warehouse experience is essential. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Maintain the warehouse and yard in a clean and tidy condition. Load and unload vehicles by hand and using plant machinery where necessary and qualified to do so. Ensure all orders are loaded on to the correct vehicle and stock has been checked off against the pick sheet. Ensure stock is in a suitable condition to be issued to the customer. Ensure loading of vehicles is carried out in a manner which prevents damage, and loads are secured to prevent movement during transit. Where appropriate ensure chiller/freezer temperature checks are carried out. Pick required goods as specified on a paper picking sheet for the next day’s deliveries. Attention to detail is important to ensue all products match the paper pick sheet and no products are missed. Check goods being delivered match details on the delivery note and purchase order form. Ensure all delivered goods are free from pest infestations, contamination or damage and are in a satisfactory condition. Reject goods if criteria are not met. Ensure delivered goods are promptly and accurately moved to the appropriate bay in the warehouse. The person: Warehouse Operatives will be expected to have the following skills / attributes: A good level of numeracy and English literacy skills with the ability to read and complete record sheets and paperwork accurately. We are a paper-based warehouse; NO electronic headsets are used. The role is physically demanding and therefore a good level of fitness is required as heavy lifting is involved. Must have knowledge of manual handling techniques and understand the importance of adhering to Health and Safety. Helpful, honest, reliable, trustworthy character with a strong work ethic and a flexible and adaptable attitude to work. Able to remain calm when under pressure with a positive attitude, ensuring items are picked and loaded accurately and in good time to meet deadlines. Good organisational and time management skills. Able to work alone with minimum supervision as well as part of a team. Able to take direction from the Supervisor and follow instructions. Quick learner. All applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.  We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination. Only successful applicants will receive a response