Grade 2 Warehouse Operative

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities - through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we're dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world's preferred choice. www.yusen-logistics.com, We are looking for a Grade 2 Warehouse Operative to be based at our Northampton GP3 site (NN4 5FB). As a Grade 2 Warehouse Operative, you will support the effective running of the warehouse operation within your assigned customer contract. This will involve working within a highly regulated environment, so previous experience working within this type of operation is desirable. We are offering a salary of £29,878.57 per annum. This role is working Monday - Friday on the day shift (10am - 6pm). Key Responsibilities

• As directed, safely handle products through all inbound and outbound processes, ensuring all company procedures are adhered to.
• Follow all Health and Safety protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and report concerns to the Site Manager.
• Appropriate use of MHE (Manual Handling Equipment) as directed and in accordance with training.
• Efficient reporting of near misses and incidents/accidents via company processes.
• Conduct H&S briefings where required to the warehouse team.
• Ensure an excellent standard of quality and compliance is upheld within all areas of the operation for quality and audit purposes.
• Monitoring that all equipment checks are carried out in accordance with procedure and following up accordingly if required.
• Ensure any concerns, issues or variances are communicated immediately to the Site Manager, to allow the appropriate to be taken in a swift manner.
  
  Proven experience working within a warehouse environment.
• MHE licences are highly desirable (particularly VNA, Reach Truck or Counterbalance). This role will require willingness to be trained on VNA and PPT.
• Good communication and customer service skills, as this role will require liaising with the customer directly.
• Good general IT skills and ideally experience using warehouse management systems - training will be provided where required.
• Awareness of manual handling techniques.
• High attention to detail.
  
  22 holiday days per year, moving to 25 days following the completion of 2 full holiday years.
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits, i.e., Free eye test, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service and Health Cash Plan.
• Tailored development and career opportunities
Why Join Us? At Yusen Logistics you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, work alongside talented professionals, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration.