At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a van, collect goods, and ensure stock accuracy in a dynamic warehouse environment.
- Company: Join Taiko, the UK's leading sushi manufacturer with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Career growth opportunities, wellness support, discounts, and 50% off food for you and friends.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant workplace with an annual awards ceremony and trips to Japan.
- Why this job: Be part of a sustainable company making a real impact in the food industry.
- Qualifications: Reliability, flexibility, and a good command of English are essential.
The predicted salary is between 29500 - 30500 £ per year.
Operations – Taiko Acton‑BONSAI Contract: Full Time – Salary: £14.27 Established in 1997 as the first manufacturer of sushi for the UK supermarket industry, Taiko has evolved into the most innovative manufacturer of Sushi, Food To Go, Prepared Meals and Snacking products in the UK, supplying Waitrose, Tesco and Sainsbury’s to name a few. Over the past 25 years Taiko has launched more first-to-market sushi and food-to-go products than any other sushi manufacturer in the UK.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Good understanding of operations and products.
- High reliability and flexibility required.
- Punctuality is essential.
- Good command of English sufficient to perform the job effectively.
- Able to take ad hoc tasks.
- Drive a van to collect chilled/frozen goods.
- Unload delivery vehicles using a forklift.
- Check that the goods received are the correct item and quantity as on the delivery note; check the temperature of all chilled and frozen products before signing any paperwork.
- Report stock shortages or warehouse plant breakdowns to the Warehouse Charge Hand/Purchasing and Warehouse Manager in a timely manner.
- Put a bar code label/GRN number on all items received into the warehouse.
- Place all stock items in the correct place inside the warehouse.
- Pick stock items following the planner and the first-in, first-out principle.
- Keep the warehouse and yard clean and tidy.
- Crush cardboard boxes and place complete bales in the correct place.
- Assist dispatch team when required.
- Follow all company procedures and rules at all times.
Benefits
- Opportunity to grow your career alongside us with an available apprentice program.
- Brilliant support services designed to enhance physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
- Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema & gym discounts.
- 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends.
- Contribution towards our award-winning sustainability initiatives, including responsible sourcing of all seafood and recyclable packaging.
- Annual awards ceremony celebrating our success, with winning managers receiving free trips to Japan.
Driver in Acton employer: The Wonderfield Group
At Taiko, we pride ourselves on being an innovative leader in the sushi and food-to-go industry, offering our employees a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and development. As a Driver, you will benefit from our comprehensive support services aimed at enhancing your wellbeing, alongside opportunities for career advancement through our apprentice programme. With a strong commitment to sustainability and a vibrant team culture, Taiko is not just a workplace but a community where your contributions are celebrated and rewarded.
