Chilled Warehouse Operative

Cotteswold Dairy, a family business based near to the M5 Junction 9 in Tewkesbury, are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join the Chilled Warehouse Team as pickers and packers.

We supply locally sourced milk, which is processed and packaged at the Tewkesbury Plant, to depots in Cheltenham, Hereford, North Wales, London and Shrewsbury - who deliver to customers across the UK

We are looking for efficient workers who can work accurately under pressure, and are ready to ensure we uphold first class customer service. This vital role works with all departments, from the sales team to production and haulage

Experience of working in a warehouse environment would be ideal, however candidates who are proactive with the ability to work accurately and with precision in a fast-paced environment will also be considered

This is an excellent entry-level role to kick start a career in the Warehouse Department.

Please note: this is a chilled warehouse environment

As a Training Centre with a dedicated Learning & Development Coordinator and clear progression pathways, we offer development opportunities within the role to broaden your skillset and the ability to gain recognised qualifications. We strongly encourage progression within the business, and there are many additional skills you can gain in the Warehouse to further your development

IMPORTANT - This physically active role requires manual handling

This role is hands-on in a temperature controlled environment. Key duties will include:

• Accurately picking customer orders, paying attention to stock rotation
• Continually replenishing stock, keeping the chilled warehouse clean at all times to ensure a safe working environment *
• Taking responsibility for the safe constraint and security of loads on the vehicles

* Due to food hygiene regulations only one solid wedding band is permitted. No earrings, studs, bracelets, necklaces, makeup, strong smelling deodorants or perfumes are permitted in the production and warehouse areas

You will be forward thinking, have a positive attitude, and have a keen eye for detail; coupled with being a good communicator with the ability to build good working relationships

We are committed to giving you the skills and abilities to carry out your role, providing opportunities to allow you to build a long term relationship with the Company

Monday to Saturday, five shifts per week on a rota basis

Early shift: 0700 - 1630; Late shift: 0900 – finish (Mon - Fri);

Early shift: 0600 - finish (Sat)

As a guide, operations finish around 1830 most days - though this cannot be guarenteed due to production variables

† This is an example only – a degree of flexibility is required; days off are on a rota basis

We also offer benefits including:

• Competitive salary with scope to train and advance within the business
• 22 days’ holiday plus additional Bank Holiday allowance
• Extra day of holiday after 3 years’ service
• Refer a friend – receive up to £500 per referral
• Cycle to work scheme (via Salary Sacrifice)
• Discounted products, including doorstep delivery where available (incl. 50% off CD goods)
• Group personal pension scheme via Aviva (4% employee, 4.5% employer)
• Health and wellbeing benefit with Simply Health (claimback dental, medical, prescription costs)
• Regular social calendar of events

To be considered for this fantastic opportunity as a Warehouse Operative please apply now