Reporting to: Production Manager
Reference: R8989
Purpose of the Job
The Night Loading role focuses on the loading and unloading of animal feed products. This role involves working night shifts to ensure timely and accurate preparation of animal feed for delivery, covering operations 7 days a week. Responsibilities include loading animal into trailers ready for next day delivery, the use of FLTs to load boxed feed, reporting of any defects or arising issues, checking stock against delivery notes, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area. The Night Loader plays a key role in ensuring our customers receive the correct products on time, every time.
Job Responsibilities
* Assisting with the daily transport operation, ensuring scheduled deliveries are made on time and in full in line with customer SLAs.
* Managing the ‘in flight’ operation to ensure OTIF performance is achieved in line with company targets and post journey analysis through live debriefing of drivers.
* Liaising with Transport Planners to ensure the plan is within the agreed parameters, being achievable, cost effective and in line with industry protocol.
* Promoting the safety culture through appropriate behaviours - hazard evaluations, behavioural observations & near miss reporting.
* Working closely with approved third-party hauliers ensuring consistent service standards are maintained and cost control managed.
* Accurate data input and maintenance of appropriate systems – Tachomaster, Paragon, Fleetboard, Integrum, SAP & TUS.
* To assist Transport Manager with other general transport activities as required.
* Load and unload animal feed products safely and efficiently.
* Prepare and check orders for accuracy before dispatch.
* Operate pallet trucks or forklifts.
* Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the warehouse, mill and bulk out loading.
* Work as part of a team to meet nightly targets and deadlines.
* Assist mill operations where required.
* Other ad hoc tasks as requested.
Qualifications
* CPC National (desirable but the opportunity to acquire will be considered for the right candidate)
* Driving Licence C+E
* A good standard of secondary school education
Experience
* IT awareness/Skills
* Microsoft Office
* Understanding of drivers hours
* Good Geographical Knowledge
* Good People & Communication skills
Personal Characteristics
* Positive and engaging personality
* Organised and methodical
* Analytical mind-set
* Confident in engaging with drivers.
* Can do attitude.
* Relishes a challenge
* Keen to learn and progress within business
* Good communication skills
* Able to stay calm under pressure
* Team Player
* KPI Focused & driven
* Flexibility in hours will be required as circumstances dictate, including some weekend working.
Applications
We value diversity in our workplace and welcome enquiries from everyone.
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We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
What is ForFarmers’ job application process?
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ForFarmers UK Limited
Horizon House, Fred Castle Way,
Rougham Industrial Estate,
Rougham, Bury St Edmunds, IP30 9ND