Warehouse Operative

About the Opportunity … Job Overview:            To carry out all trained warehouse duties assigned to enable the smooth end to end, efficient movement of stock from Goods In and Goods Out and ensure the timely preparation of orders to the highest standard of quality and accuracyThe job holder needs to ensure that all warehouse duties are carried out efficiently, accurately and safely to provide a high standard of delivery to customersThe job holder will need to be flexible, once trained, to assist in all areas of the warehouseAvailable Shift Patterns & Pay... We work on average 37.5 hours with a range of shift patterns available to suitWe work 12 hour shiftsDay shift 07:00 – 19:00Night shift 19:00 – 07:00Potential to earn between £11.46 - £14.86** Inclusive of night/weekend premiums payableOvertime is paid at x 1.5Poundland have arrange of incentive bonuses linked to performance.  Key Accountabilities: The job holder needs to ensure that all warehouse duties are carried out efficiently, accurately and safely to provide a high standard of delivery to customers.The job holder will need to be flexible, once trained, to assist in all areas of the warehouse.To safely operate all equipment once trained to do soAlways adhere to safe manual handling techniquesTo wear all personal protective equipment supplied at all times within the warehouse.To report any personal injury, accident or damage to equipment, machinery or premises or stockTo undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required for the effective operation of the depot.Know How: Able to work in a fast-paced environment, previous warehouse experience of 1 year plus required and there will be opportunity of progression.You will have an excellent work ethicGood working knowledge and understanding of warehousing and distributionAble to embrace and adapt with change and accept accountabilityHas common sense and is self-motivated with a ‘can do attitude’Has obtained a good level of numeracy and literacy skills.Able to work as in individual or as a team player within the company guidelinesYou need to have: Warehousing skills required Previous MHE experience is desirableUse of safe Manual Handling techniquesA strong work ethic coupled with common sense with a can do attitudeBenefits: In return for your hard work, you will receive the benefits below;Good rates of payLife assurance schemePension schemeLoyal service awardsColleague of the month schemeOvertime paid at time and half once you work over 37.5 hoursShop on site10% Staff discount (after 3 months)About Us From one store in Burton-upon-Trent in 1990 to more than 850 across the UK and the Republic of Ireland today, Poundland & Dealz has developed a reputation for offering top brands and quality own-brand products at an amazing value. We sell everything from food and drink to DIY, pet products to stationery, not forgetting our very own fashion brand, PEP&CO. We have recently invested £45 million in the business, opened new stores and revamped existing ones. We’re on an exciting journey, and you can be a part of it.We’re part of a much larger group in Europe called Pepco which has 3,000 stores in 17 territories serving 50 million shoppers, and the size of our business means there are so many opportunities for you to come and join us. From our retail stores to our support and distribution centres, everywhere you see Poundland and Dealz, you’ll find passionate and knowledgeable colleagues delivering amazing service to our customers. Once you’re part of our family, we’ll give you everything you need to be the best you can be, from training to coaching and mentoring. Our seven core values and seven leadership principles steer how we do business. They give us the building blocks to create a culture where everybody thrives, and sustainability is at the top of our agenda.