Warehouse Operative (7092) in Leicester

This vacancy is for the following fixed shifts based at our World Distribution Centre:

• 10:00am-6:30pm
• 11:00am-7:30pm
• 11:30am-8:00pm

Please only apply if you are able to work these fixed shift times (not rolling shifts). You are able to indicate a preference.

This role will require you to be on your feet for the entirety of your shift. You will have your normal breaks, but when you're working you will be walking and manual handling will be required when lifting and packing boxes.

Contractual Hours - 39

Days of Work - Monday to Friday (No nights and occasional weekends during busy periods).

What will you do on a normal day?

• Handle product safely with a high degree of accuracy.
• Adhere to all stock management processes and procedures.
• Achieve all set standards and achieve KPI targets set for the department.
• Safely operate and/or work in the vicinity of many types of equipment, such as forklifts, reach trucks, pick trucks, battery changing equipment, electric carousels, conveyor lines, etc., without risk to self or other employees.
• Maintain housekeeping requirements and perform basic sanitation duties to ensure a clean environment.
• Ensure that all relevant work instructions are carried out within your department.
• Work efficiently and effectively as part of a team.
• Fulfil training programmes deemed necessary to allow efficient performance of duties and assist in your personal development.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience working in a Warehouse environment (desirable).
• Ability to use smart technology including handheld devices and basic PC skills.
• Understanding of stock management systems and procedures (desirable).
• Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate positive behaviours to all colleagues.
• Ability to communicate effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to deliver high personal performance standards consistently and with a positive approach to tasks and people.
• Able to follow manual handling processes.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive annual leave allowance with annual purchase scheme.
• Provided safety shoes, uniform and PPE.
• Group Personal Pension.
• Company Funded Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Monthly company bonus.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Commitment to employee development plans.
• 24/7 Wellbeing and Employee Support.
• Other benefits include: Company Sick Pay, Company Maternity & Paternity Pay, Discount Benefits Platform and Discounted Cromwell Products.

Cromwell has been around for over 50 years, supplying an unrivalled choice of cutting tools, power tools, hand tools and safety equipment into all industries, professions and trades. We offer next day delivery or collection from our nationwide branch network, supported by an overnight UK logistics operation. Our team of over 1500 people are proud to be keeping industry working.

We’re all individuals, yet we’re very much one united team. We treat everyone fairly – regardless of gender, sexual orientation, background, age or disability – and give everyone opportunities for new and varied experiences. Inclusion means not just accepting people for who they are, but showing respect and making adjustments to help people and remove all barriers; it’s about creating a culture where everyone is respected, empowered and able to realise their full potential.

Cromwell is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants from the armed forces community (current and past) an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.