Warehouse Operative - Part Time - Nights

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Leamington Spa
Salary
11.87 - 13.85 GBP Hourly + Bonus
Posted
21 Jun 2021
Closes
06 Jul 2021
Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time
Fixed Term Contract - Part Time - Nights

We have several opportunities for fast-learning Warehouse Operatives based in Royal Leamington Spa who are comfortable working within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme. Prior experience of sample handling is desirable but not essential and full training will be provided.

As well as playing a vital role in supporting society's return to a more normal way of life by helping to break the chains of COVID-19 transmission, you will also gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic laboratory environment.

This represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to go above and beyond to support public health, while also improving your CV and gaining vital laboratory experience that will set you up for future success in the scientific field.

In Return:

As well as a competitive rate of pay of GBP11.87 ph (inclusive of 20% uplift for nights), you'll receive a bonus and comprehensive training on relevant lab procedures and equipment.

The bonus will be paid in two parts. 10% of your salary will be paid after 9 months and a further 10% after 18 months. For example, if your salary is GBP14,813.76 you will be paid a bonus of GBP1111.03 after 9 months and once more after 18 months.

This role will work on a shift pattern and will require full flexibility. We have 2 Part Time Night Shifts available:

20 hours - Thursday (GBP11.87 p/h) and Friday, (GBP12.86 p/h)
20 hours - Saturday (GBP12.86 p/h) and Sunday (GBP13.85 p/h)

If you are interested in supplementing your PT hours by working additional shifts, whilst not guaranteed, overtime opportunities may be offered to cover holidays and absence.

Please speak to our team to learn more about our shift patterns.

Your responsibilities:

As a Warehouse Operative in one of our labs, you will be responsible for sample organisation, taking receipt of samples upon delivery, determining adequacy and appropriateness of samples and processing samples to ensure timely and safe delivery to the laboratory.

You will work in conjunction with the laboratory team to ensure that all samples are handled in a manner such that a quality result is always achieved.

Your main duties will include:

Taking receipt of samples
Tracking and recording sample receipt
Aiding in the management and organisation of sample flow to the relevant workstation
Managing and organise flow of samples that are fed into the next workstation
Working according to SOPs, H&S requirements and laboratory's accreditation standard

Your experience:

In order to be successful in the role of Warehouse Operator, you'll need the following experience, qualifications and skills:

Experience:

Previous experience working within fast moving warehousing/distribution centres or in similar physically demanding roles within manufacturing, construction and other relevant fields.
An understanding of relevant health and safety policies and procedures relative to the role (desirable but not essential)

Skills:

Ability to follow specific instructions
Ability to work productively within a team
Able to operate technology used in a similar role (i.e.: scanners, printers, box cutters, lift trucks (licensed operators preferred) and material handling equipment)
Numerate, literate and able to follow documented Standard Operational Procedures
Able to work under pressure to deadlines in a physically demanding work environment
Good attention to detail
Good communication skills

In addition, the following is desirable but not mandatory:

Education:

GCSE Maths and English - Grade C /4-5 or above (or equivalent qualification)

This is literally a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a team of highly skilled individuals, all focussed on delivering the best possible outcome.

Please be aware that BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) including a media check, is the required level of screening for all staff working at the Leamington Spa Laboratory.

If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential lab work, please apply today.

This job advertisement refers to an assignment with NHS Test and Trace. The Impellam Group is working in partnership with NHS Test and Trace so you will be employed on a fixed term employment basis with an Employing Agency within the Impellam Group and not directly employed by NHS Test and Trace. Employing Agencies belonging to the Impellam Group include SRG, Medacs, Lorien and Blue Arrow. Contractual employment terms and conditions will be set out by the Employing Agency