Warehouse Distribution / Operations Assistant

Recruiter
SmartList
Location
Cambridgeshire
Salary
Competitive
Posted
07 Jan 2019
Closes
21 Jan 2019
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Title: Warehouse Distribution/ Operations Assistant

Full or part time available

Salary: Circa GBP18,000 (pro rata)

Location: Duxford, Cambridgeshire

Are you an enthusiastic person looking for career progression?

The role of Distribution Assistant offers that and much more; you will have endless possibilities open to encourage progression and growth in your career. We have committed ourselves to a culture of continuous improvement, and will actively encourage and value your suggestions. The role of Distribution Assistant enables you to become not only part of a great team but a great company.

The role may require shift work for part of the year; this is dependent on organisational need. The shift work will be subject to a shift premium of % (% for nightshifts).

Please note by applying for this role you will be applying for the role of Distribution Assistant, if you are successful in obtaining an interview you will then be advised which team the interview is for.

What you'll be doing

As a Distribution Assistant, you will:
Complete all assigned tasks in accordance to departmental procedures efficiently whilst maintaining accuracy and quality
Identify, escalate and resolve problems where appropriate and inform management accordingly
Assist with the training and supervision of temporary staff when required.
Maintain benchmarks, reporting data in order to monitor and improve overall team performance
Have absolute commitment to Health and Safety at all times to ensure that company functions in a safe and secure environment

The successful candidate will be flexible and passionate about the role we play, going above and beyond to get it right for learners, dedicated to upholding standards and open to views of our customers, partners and colleagues.

The successful candidate will need to:

Have basic computer, numeracy and literacy skills
Be an effective communicator
Have a keen eye for detail
Be willing to commit and engage with our culture of Continuous Improvement
Commit to Health and Safety whilst having a basic understanding of Health and Safety procedures

Benefits

Generous contributory pension
28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Annual performance related bonus and increases (discretionary)
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and childcare voucher scheme
Employee discount and cash back scheme at 2,500 retailers
Cycle scheme
Subsidised canteens
Support for professional qualifications

Work/life balance is important to our client, and they offer all our colleagues a range of flexible working options, which suit both the business and the employee. So please let us know of any flexible working requirements when applying and we can see how we can support you.

Interviews will be held throughout the period the advert is live, as we are looking for individuals to start as soon as possible

To find out more about this role please view the job description or to apply, please upload your covering letter and CV.