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Forklift Driver Warehouse Operative

Simarco International Limited
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Witham, Essex CM8, England

Salary

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Simarco, an award-winning provider of international logistics and freight services, is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Driver for their Crittall Road, Witham site.
  • The role requires previous experience in a logistics/warehouse environment and a counterbalance forklift truck driving certificate.
  • Compensation ranges from £12.43 for daytime shifts to £14.92 for night shifts, with a standard workweek of 42.5 hours.
  • Responsibilities include unloading/loading cargo, stock management, and ensuring compliance with established Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Applicants should have attention to detail, basic numeracy and literacy skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Simarco is an established, award winning provider of international logistic and freight services, and we provide a wide range of tailored solutions for clients' throughout the UK, Europe and Globally across all Worldwide trade routes.


At Simarco we understand that global trade and industry markets are continually changing and expanding to meet customer needs. That's why our logistics, air, sea/ocean freight forwarding, road haulage & distribution and warehousing solutions are not only flexible but are tailored to meet clients' individual and ever-changing requirements.


We are currently seeking 1 x Warehouse Forklift Driver from a logistics/warehouse background, to join the groupage team at our Crittall Road, Witham site.


  • The role will entail the efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of all customers goods to ensure they are received and dispatched appropriately and productivity to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Unloading and loading cargo to and from warehouse and vehicles by using a forklift truck, pallet truck or by hand.
  • Loading international groupage trailers in accordance with loading plans Pick and pack orders to ensure they are delivered on time and in full.
  • Wrap and unwrap of goods.
  • Stock management
  • Check loads for damaged or missing items upon receipt
  • Keep careful records of everything that comes in and goes out of the warehouse
  • Daily housekeeping within the Warehouse and site.
  • Prioritise assigned daily work.
  • Perform all assigned duties effectively, safety and efficiently.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday

Rotating Shifts Preferred -

Week 1:Monday to Friday 0600-1530

Week 2:Monday 1000-2000 Tuesday: 1200 - 2200 Wednesday: 1200 - 2000 Thursday: 1130 - 2000 Friday: 1200 - 2300

42.5 hours per week


Requirements
  • Applicants must have worked in alogistics/warehouseenvironment before and have previous loading/unloading vehicles using a counterbalance forklift
  • Counterbalance forklift truck driving certificate essential
  • Previous experience in loading international groupage trailers would be an advantage
  • Order pick and stock count
  • Basic numeracy, literacy and computer skills
  • Ability to function well as part of a team
  • Diligent attention to detail and attention to safety
  • Ability to work under pressure

Compensation

  • Days - 06:00 - 18:00 -£12.43
  • Noons - 18:00 - 22:00 - £14.30
  • Nights - 22:00 - 06:00 - £14.92

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
  • Full training and support
  • Discount Platform
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extensive learning opportunities
  • Employee Engagement Forum
  • Reward and Recognition programme
  • Tusker car scheme
  • Treat Days
  • Learn in-house management system

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