Warehouse Manager & Forklift Drivers (B1)
Northampton | Full Time | Warehouse Manager up to £40,000 | Forklift Drivers up to £28,000
Our client has full-time, permanent vacancies at their Northampton facility. Operating in a fast-paced and ever-changing logistics environment, the business is focused on delivering high service levels, operational efficiency, and strong client management across its warehouse operations.
What's in it for you?
* Monday to Friday role (Warehouse Manager)
* 4 on 4 off shift pattern for Forklift Drivers (07:00-19:00 or 10:00-22:00)
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-volume logistics environment
* Career progression within a growing warehouse operation
Are you the right person for the job?
Warehouse Manager:
* Proven track record in logistics and warehouse management
* Experience leading teams of up to 20+ warehouse staff
* Able to work on your own initiative in a pressurised environment to tight deadlines
* PC literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Full understanding of operating an ETSF warehouse, including compliance
* Experience with ASM or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
* Strong communicator, able to liaise at all levels
* Numerate self-starter with a flexible approach to meet business needs
Forklift Drivers (B1):
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment
* Valid Counterbalance Forklift licence (Category B1)
* Checkable work history
* Reliable and punctual
* Comfortable working 4 on 4 off shift patterns
What will your role look like?
Warehouse Manager:
* Reporting to the General Manager and accountable for the performance of the warehouse unit and yard area
* Managing depot operations operating 7 days per week to achieve key KPIs (Picking, Storage, Distribution, Client Management)
* Managing budgets including productivity, labour costs, overtime and agency usage
* Supporting recruitment in line with company standards
* Maintaining health, safety, welfare and overall depot security
* Ensuring Safe Systems of Work, risk assessments, accident investigations and reporting are completed and reviewed regularly
* Performance managing direct reports and setting key objectives
* Monitoring daily operations to ensure full process compliance and addressing non-compliance
* Driving continuous process improvement and implementing new SOPs
* Supporting and optimising the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure effective use
Forklift Drivers (B1):
* Operating a Counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
* Supporting warehouse operations in a busy, fast-paced environment
* Adhering to all health & safety and operational procedures
* Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in goods movement and storage
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