At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to pick and pack pharmaceutical orders with precision using digital devices.
- Company: The Best Connection, a leading employment business in the pharmaceutical sector.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71 per hour, enjoy weekly pay, holiday accrual, and access to perks.
- Other info: Day shifts only, with opportunities for ongoing assignments and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in healthcare by ensuring accurate order processing and dispatch.
- Qualifications: Experience in a warehouse or pharmaceutical setting is preferred; attention to detail is key.
The predicted salary is between 26712 - 29600 £ per year.
The Best Connection (Darlington) are currently recruiting for Pickers and Packers who will be working within the pharmaceutical warehouse team to accurately process orders using handheld digital devices. This role involves receiving digital pick lists, scanning products, verifying information such as batch numbers and expiry dates, and preparing items for dispatch while maintaining full compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
Picker Responsibilities:
- Receive digital pick lists through a handheld device (scanner or PDA).
- Scan barcodes on products to confirm correct items and quantities.
- Verify batch numbers, expiry dates, and lot tracking information.
- Place picked items into totes or bins for the packing area.
- Maintain accuracy and comply with all Good Distribution Practice (GDP) and warehouse safety standards.
Packer Responsibilities:
- Prepare and package picked items for shipment or dispatch.
- Verify items and quantities against the order list.
- Re-scan items using the handheld device to confirm accuracy.
- Check packaging integrity and ensure compliance with temperature or cold-chain requirements.
- Print and affix shipping or prescription labels correctly.
- Record all packing activity in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- Ensure all goods are packed securely and meet quality standards before dispatch.
The candidate:
- Previous experience in a warehouse or pharmaceutical environment preferred.
- Confidence in using handheld scanners or PDAs.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Understanding of basic inventory processes.
- Ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
- Can do attitude and confident to work alone at times and take on instructions.
Hours of work & Pay:
- Day shift only: 11:30am - 20:00pm Monday to Friday
- £12.71ph, 40 hour working hours
Benefits of working for The Best Connection:
- Ongoing assignments
- Online payslips
- Weekly pay
- Holiday accrual
- Pension provision
- Access to 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme
Successful candidates will be invited to register online via our digital onboarding system. The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Warehouse Operative - Picker/Packer in Ferryhill employer: The Best Connection
The Best Connection is an excellent employer for Warehouse Operatives in Guildford, offering competitive pay and a supportive work culture that values teamwork and individual growth. With immediate start positions available, employees benefit from flexible shift patterns and opportunities to develop their skills in a dynamic environment, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
