About The Role
Cotteswold Dairy, a well-established family business, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join the Warehouse Team at our Hereford Depot as pickers and packers. Based at the old Bartonsham depot, we supply locally sourced milk, processed and packaged at our Tewkesbury plant, to customers nationwide.
As a Loader / Picker, you will play a vital role within our distribution chain, linking the depot with our distribution team to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of customer orders. This hands-on, physically active role requires working in a temperature-controlled environment where accuracy and efficiency are paramount.
Summary
Days worked: Five shifts across Sunday - Friday
Hours: 37.5 hours, on a rota basis
Times: Daytime, 0900-1700
This role requires flexibility, as end times may vary due to distribution needs.
Main Duties
* Accurate picking and stock rotation of customer orders
* Stock replenishment and maintaining a safe, clean working environment
* Loading and securing orders on delivery vehicles
* Complying with food hygiene regulations
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Prior experience in a warehouse or food production environment is preferred but not essential; proactive, accurate candidates who are comfortable working under pressure are encouraged to apply. This role offers growth opportunities, with training and development programs provided to build your career in our depots.
Important Notes
* This role requires manual handling and adherence to strict hygiene standards.
* Due to food hygiene regulations, only one solid wedding band is permitted. No earrings, studs, bracelets, necklaces, makeup, strong-smelling deodorants, or perfumes are allowed in the production area.
Progression routes
Cotteswold Dairy is committed to supporting and developing our employees. With a dedicated Learning & Development Coordinator, clear progression pathways, and opportunities to gain recognized qualifications, we encourage growth within our team.
Progression opportunities for high performers include:
* Team Leader
* Roundsperson
* HGV Trainee
If you’re a team player with keen attention to detail and a passion for customer service, we’d love to hear from you. Start your career with Cotteswold Dairy and help us deliver quality dairy products across the UK.
About Us
Founded in 1938, Cotteswold Dairy is one of the UK’s leading independent family-owned dairies. We support local farmers and communities by delivering fresh, high-quality products and excellent customer service.
Team Cotteswold
We believe success comes from working as a team, with empathetic management and mutual respect for staff and customers alike.
The purpose of ‘Team Cotteswold’ is to foster a disciplined, committed environment that values everyone, making us the preferred choice for employees and customers over the long term.
The Team Cotteswold Purpose:
To be at the heart of a responsible and sustainable dairy community.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
* 22 days' holiday plus bank holidays; with an additional day after 3 years of service.
* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500).
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Discounted products and delivery options.
* Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions).
* Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health.
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