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Storeman – Warehouse Operative

WHO ARE WE?

We are a good natured business who specialise in fresh and chilled food and drink. We are proud of our family heritage and have been nurturing and inspiring generations for 65 years. We are a passionate and dedicated team who strive to deliver a first class service to every customer, every time. 

Our people are what make us special. We have ambitious plans and need enthusiastic individuals who will thrive on being a company ambassador and want to help us achieve our vision to ‘Take freshness further’. We offer jobs and careers filled with purpose.

Full Time Storeman (Warehouse Operative). Contracted for 37.5hrs fixed term March – October

Effective operation of all aspects relating to warehouse storage, goods in/out, picking, loading and stock control.

IS THIS YOU?

We want people who are down to earth and with a good work ethic. To be part of our incredible team, you must:

  • Take pride in all that you do.
  • Carry out everything to the highest standard.
  • Never compromise on safety.
  • Be part of the wider team.
  • Deliver phenomenal customer service.
  • Do what’s required to get the job done. You will also need:
  • Forklift/Counterbalance certificate.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING?

You will be responsible for checking stock and making sure all stock is correctly handled and stored in the appropriate warehouse locations with an emphasis on how the stock is handled. We want you to be comfortable using your own initiative and enjoy working within our awesome team.

The role will consist of:

  • Making sure stock is being stored and used in the correct rotational/date order.
  • Entering stock onto the company IT system and transferring to alternative stock locations when required.
  • Check products for best/use by dates and that the product is being moved through the business in the correct order.
  • Highlight any products which may be reaching their best before date to management daily so that the business is pro-active in movements.
  • Highlight to management any goods arriving from suppliers which have been delivered with date issues, incorrect products, order quantities, damages etc.
  • Supply information to the buying team for stock control purposes.
  • Use the stock system to determine levels of replenishment required and replenish picking stock accordingly.
  • Co-ordinate between all storage areas throughout the business to make sure all stock is being taken into consideration in relation to stock taking & buying information.
  • Produce daily waste figures and present to management.
  • Ensure all stores/warehouses are checked on a daily basis for goods which may require immediate action.
  • Relocate to stock holding any returns which may have come back from customers, or any orders collected by company drivers.
  • Check system and print off expected GRN’s daily, to show what deliveries are expected on each working day.
  • Operate and maintain a daily register of incoming goods. Note Company, Docket No, GRN and location with comments on any issues preventing stock Put Away.
  • Review goods in Isolation on Daily basis and either return to active stock or process as waste in line with guidelines issued from line supervisor/manager.
  • Responsible for keeping work areas and yard areas clean and tidy.
  • Assist with picking & loading orders as or when required.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

  • 20% discount on our food and drink.
  • Fair pay for a fair day’s work.
  • Full training and development.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Free parking.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Take time to chill with 5.8 weeks annual holiday.
  • The comfort and warmth of a family business.

WANT TO APPLY?

Are we a good fit for you?
If we are, please get in touch for a friendly chat on 01463 236600 or send a covering letter and an up to date CV to bruce.storrier@williamsonfoodservice.co.uk

CLOSING DATE

7th February 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered.

DIVERSITY

We strive to be representative of the community in which we serve and know that diverse talent makes a better team. We ensure our recruitment practices are fair and equal and that opportunities are open to all, regardless of gender, background or identity.

The Company reserves the right to alter this Job Description to reflect changes to the requirements of the post or the services offered to Customers. Additional ad-hoc duties/tasks may be required as and when by the company.