Warehouse Operatives

Warehouse OperativesLocation: NottinghamPackage: Basic annual salary up to £29,200 (dependent on experience), plus bonus & other flexible PLC company benefitsHours: 45 hours across Monday-Friday OnlySector: Packaging distribution  About Us Macfarlane Packaging, the UK’s largest packaging distributor, has an exciting opportunity for experienced Warehouse Operatives to join our logistics team based at our site in Nottingham. These are exciting times at Macfarlane. With another strong year of performance behind us, we have big plans for the East Midlands region in 2024, making it a great time to join us. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer that champions ‘dignity in the workplace’. Our focus is to provide customers with fully integrated and innovative packaging solutions, augmented by outstanding customer service. As a leading distributor, logistics is at the very heart of what we do best. Welcoming dedicated new team members who have a passion for delivering excellence is therefore key to our continued success.  The Warehouse Operative Role As a Warehouse Operative, you will become an integral part of our regional logistics team, playing a key role in ensuring that customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time. Your responsibilities will include accepting deliveries from suppliers, picking, loading, and dispatching goods to customers, as well as conducting stock counts and maintaining high standards, focussed on customer fulfilment. This role involves a variety of warehouse-related duties, including forklift and bendi-truck & powered-pallet truck driving, across 45 hours per week (weekdays only).  Warehouse Operative Key Responsibilities
Accept deliveries from suppliers and ensure goods are stored appropriately
Pick, load, and dispatch goods to customers in a timely manner
Operate various forklift/bendi/powered-pallet trucks to move stock within the warehouse
Process customer or supplier returns
Participate in stock counts when necessary
Maintain high standards of customer service to suppliers and customers
Work closely with the Sales office to ensure timely customer deliveries
Promote cooperation between departments and comply with regulatory requirements
Adhere to the Company’s ISO9001 and ISO14001 policies

Warehouse Operative Role Requirements We welcome applications from experienced warehouse/logistics operatives who have either a counterbalance forklift or Bendi truck license (conversion training can be provided for one you don’t have). You should enjoy working in a team environment, possess a flexible and positive work attitude, and have strong communication skills. Experience with warehouse/inventory management systems is also highly advantageous as is a strong appreciation of health & safety. Given our operational hours (6am-11pm), some shift work may be required. Please note that as part of your initial on-boarding/induction, there may be the need to travel to other sites of ours during this period, whereby we shall reimburse any travel or accommodation costs incurred.  Our Benefits
Competitive basic salary with bonus/incentive schemes
25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays
Additional Holiday purchasing scheme (run annually)
Contributory pension scheme
Free parking at most of our site locations (or nearby)
Annual (company paid) volunteering day
Employee assistance program for well-being & any issues
Extensive training/development & potential progression opportunities
Employee discount scheme (discounts on major retail/leisure brands)
Health/Dental Cover option or BUPA cover for qualifying roles
Enhanced HR policies relating to employee rights & entitlements
Long service awards (5-40 years)
Charitable giving options
Financial support with eye-tests/purchasing glasses (DSE users only)
O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)
Candidate referral scheme (£750 for successful referrals)

Your Future with Us At Macfarlane Group, you have the potential to shape your own future and set your own ambitions. Internal promotion and mobility are key features of our success. We provide tailored career plans and a wide range of structured training & development pathways, including access to management & leadership development programs. We work closely with recognised, accredited bodies to support your growth, including the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM). There are no limits to where your journey within Macfarlane Group may take you.  Apply Today This is an urgent appointment, and we aim to select our preferred candidate to commence with us in May. To apply, please click ‘apply’ and ensure your CV is up to date and relevant. All applications will be acknowledged, and shortlisted applicants will normally hear from us within a week or two. Unsuccessful applicants will also be notified at the end of our process. If you haven’t heard from us within a fortnight of applying, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.     NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE