Overview
Works Operative - Logistics / Warehouse - CB FLT. Global Chemicals Leader at VoiceWorks. This role supports warehouse and manufacturing activities and collaborates with sales, manufacturing and logistics functions.
Role At a Glance
Location: Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 3PT
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 Depending on Experience
Benefits: Plus Excellent Benefits Package
Reporting to: Operation Manager and Logistics Supervisor
Values: Serious about safety. We prepare to prevent. Safety comes before profit. We do what we say. We stand by our word and the trust of others.
Company: Global Distributor of chemicals & ingredients used in everyday products
We are looking for a Works Operative to join the Leigh team. You will provide operational support in warehouse and manufacturing activities and may support other functions within the company such as the sales office, manufacturing and logistics.
Key Responsibilities
* Pick and label goods for despatch with precision and speed, following FIFO principles under the guidance of the Operations Manager and Logistics Supervisor.
* Operate FLTs confidently (valid licence required) to pick, load, and unload vehicles daily, ensuring smooth and efficient flow of goods.
* Keep paperwork flawless - accurate, up to date, and fully compliant at all times.
* Step up as cover when needed in both warehouse and manufacturing, showing flexibility and team spirit.
* Maintain and enhance logistics areas, keeping them safe, organised, and regularly cleaned to the highest standard.
* Play a key role in stock takes, ensuring inventory is counted, tracked, and aligned with company records.
Training Provided
* Products: Product recognition and manufacturing. Product Despatch procedures including transport paperwork requirements, hazard labelling and criteria for which carriers to use.
* Handling: 2.2 tonne Fork Lift Truck Licence, Manual handling training
* Software: Basic MS Excel training, Enterprise training
* Technical: COSHH, Dangerous goods training
* Quality: ISO 9001 procedures, requirements, implementation and internal auditing
* Sample preparation and despatch
We Are Looking For
* A Counterbalance FLT licence is essential
* Previous experience of manufacturing / chemical handling is preferred
* Good communication skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* Able to work without supervision when required
Who We Are
With revenues in excess of $9 billion, Univar Solutions is one of the largest chemical distribution businesses in the world. Our portfolio spans almost every industry, ranging from food ingredients and automotive to pharmaceutical, cosmetic and manufacturing industries. We deliver industry-leading products, services and technical support to help our customers find the right solution to their problems.
We are committed to fair employment practices for all our employees, regardless of race, nationality, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, maternity status or any other status protected by law.
Our Values
* Serious about safety
* We do what we say
* Where people matter
* Valuable to others
* Together we win
Next Steps
If you are looking for more than just a job and want a role where you are valued, supported, and part of something global, this is your opportunity. Join a team that puts safety, integrity, and people at the heart of everything we do. Apply now and let’s build your future together.
Click ‘Apply' to start your journey – we’re ready when you are.
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