We are looking for a Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Salary: £25,194 - £26,325 depending experience
Location: Taunton, Somerset, must drive due to being on the outskirts with no public transport to get to site.
Shift: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
Permanent contract
JDR is recruiting for a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to work in a warehouse on the outskirts of Taunton, Somerset.
As the Warehouse Operations Supervisor, the expectation is that this role is very much a number 2 to the warehouse manager, meaning that day to day operational tasks, outlined below, are the entry point with additional expectations such as, but not limited to, being:
* Help build and develop the team and processes to drive maximum productivity and efficiency
* Lead projects to build ongoing operational improvements
* Be a champion of Health and Food Safety daily
* Support and assist the warehouse manager becoming fully aware of how the operation works end to end process, so able to take the lead in their absence
Key Responsibilities:
* Staff Supervision: Lead, Motivate and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff to ensure tasks are completed accurately and effectively.
* Picking Orders: Picking Customer Orders using a HHT device accurately onto a pallet ready for dispatch.
* Goods In: Receiving deliveries & recording on a shared document. Booking this stock onto our ERP logging important information such as BBE & Batch Codes.
* Packing Orders: prepare the orders for dispatch. This is either safely stacked on a pallet or wrapped well into boxes for courier deliveries.
* Wrapping Pallets: Securely wrap the pallets with shrink wrap, ensure the whole pallet is covered, tight & safe for transit.
* Daily Running of the Warehouse: In the absence of the Warehouse Manager, the Senior Operative will perform the following tasks: Allocating Orders, Prioritising Stock to be booked in, Checking of Orders, Dispatching Orders.
* Loading/Unloading of pallets from delivery vehicles: Using the forklift, you will unload deliveries throughout the day & assist in loading the lorry with outbound deliveries.
* Managing and reviewing delivery despatch method - as outlined above, distribution of our orders to customers is via 3 methods, ensuring that we ship on the most competitive option while providing the highest service will be a key metric for you.
* Delivery Driving: In the absence of our regular delivery driver, you may be required to make deliveries using our Electric Van.
* Reviewing Processes: Working with the warehouse manager to review & update processes & standards within the warehouse
* Train, Mentor & evaluate team members, assisting with the improvement of performance & productivity
Qualifications & Skills Required:
* Previous experience in a Warehouse environment is essential with some experience of leadership skills desirable. We are willing to consider anyone who is aspiring towards leadership & we will review all candidates with the right attitude.
* Must be forklift qualified
* Willing to drive the delivery van
* Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Benefits:
* Living Wage Employer: We are committed to paying their staff a fair wage.
* Environmental Initiatives: Employees' carbon emissions are offset through a partnership with Ecology, and trees are planted for every pallet sent.
* Company Events: Regular events to foster team spirit and engagement.
* Pension Scheme: A company pension plan to help secure your future.
* Discounts: Employee discounts on their range of fine food products.
* Free Parking: On-site parking available to all employees
If interested apply today to start your new career!
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
JDRTaunton
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.