We are looking for Material Handlers to join our team at Wincanton. Reporting into the Operations Manager the Material Handler will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and capability to perform all aspects of our customers stores operation at their manufacturing facility in Glasgow.
Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain security clearance prior to commencing employment which includes providing 5 consecutive years UK residency and employment/education history.
Why Wincanton?
Unrivalled salary £27,127.89 per annum
Monday to Thursday working 6.30am - 4.15pm
Retail Discounts – supermarket, fashion, tech, days out, food and drink, home, cinema, travel, sports, music and games, books, health and beauty, leisure, Enterprise rentals
Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
Friends and Family Apprenticeships – Not only can you learn and develop new skills, your friends and family can enrol on accredited courses too!
Cycle 2 Work Scheme
Payroll Giving
Eye Care Vouchers
Online GP Access
Hospital Plan
Retirement Courses
50% discount on RAC cover
Discounted Gym Memberships
Extended Employee Assistance Programme including free financial and legal advice
Day to Day
Ensure conduct and behaviour to be compliant with Wincanton Health & Safety legislation and guidelines
Operate customer & Wincanton IT systems as required
A range of duties to support the operational efficiency and general housekeeping and hygiene standards of the operation
Undertake all training necessary to fulfil the requirement of flexibility to enable presence within any required area of the store’s operation and support training of new and existing employees
To undertake such additional duties as may be reasonably required for the effective role
Be committed to continuous development in line with operational needs, constantly striving for increased efficiency, productivity, and growth
Ensure that any issues are escalated to management
Carry out operational tasks as requested to achieve departmental and site objectives
React to change due to operational and customer requirements and carrying out duties in a professional and timely fashion
Ensure the correct handling of all customer products is carried out at all stages within the facility
Complete all relevant documentation and paperwork accurately as required to provide a quality service to our customer, therefore contributing to greater operational efficiency
Operate within the Wincanton values – Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness and Trust
What will you bring?
Forklift Counterbalance license is desirable - full training will be provided
Able to provide and understand the need for a high standard of customer service
A proactive, flexible and "can do" attitude to resolve issues and challenges
PC literate and numerate with good communication skills, including a minimum of a basic understanding of Microsoft Office as required
Ability to work as part of a team but also independently and to show initiative
Flexibility is required regarding shift patterns (37 hours per week, initially Monday to Thursday dayshift)
Ability to use IT Systems in accordance with training provided
Attention to detail required to assume quality checking/quality control
Ability to train others to a high standard
Compliance with manual handling procedures
Wincanton’s Commitment
Our people are our most important asset and as such we are continuously expanding our capability programs to provide you with opportunities to build and extend your professional, functional, and management skills. Your development through coaching is our priority. Continuous learning takes place through a broad variety of opportunities and types of engagements. Access to the latest technological innovations in the logistics and supply chain industry, as well as Wincanton’s deep knowledge and expertise in our field, constitute a superb platform for your professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Job Info
* Job Identification 12892
* Job Category Operations
* Posting Date 06/25/2025, 11:42 AM
* Degree Level No Formal Education
* Job Schedule Full time
* Locations Wincanton c/o Thales UK Ltd, Glasgow, G51 4BZ, GB
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