Transport Porter

Cencora, Inc.

Transport Porter

£23200

Cencora, Inc., Preston

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 236fd12b7f9e448b9057c511a7780ad6

Full Job Description

To accurately sort & distribute orders sent into transport into correct van routes/areas.
All staff are expected to understand the principles of Good Distribution Practice of Medicinal Products for Human Use (2013/C 68/01) which is reflected in our SOP - REF Chapter 1 AHDL GDP 1.1. It will be a requirement for all staff to be trained in this SOP and have an annual refresher. All other GDP training will be job specific and as per your personal training matrix
Key Accountabilities

  • Unloading CDC/RDC trunker correctly and safely.

  • Reloading CDC/RDC trunker correctly and safely.

  • Safe transfer of load to despatch bay.

  • Correctly sorting and distribution of orders.

  • Correct distribution/storage of trays/bins.

  • Adherence to checking off procedures.

  • Maintain standards in accordance with Health & Safety policy.

  • Damages awareness and procedures.

  • Understanding productivity.

  • Importance of security.

  • Maintaining a good standard of housekeeping.


  • Competencies
  • Building Customer Loyalty - Effectively meeting customer needs; building productive customer relationships; taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty.

  • Communication - Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

  • Contributing to Team Success - Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

  • Initiating Action - Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.

  • Safety Awareness - Being aware of conditions that effect employee safety., Whilst UniChem is committed to developing positive policies to promote equal opportunities in employment, we have a duty of care to ensure we do not instigate or worsen any conditions that would prevent the employee from carrying out manual handling duties.

  • On that basis, for this role we cannot make "reasonable adjustments" for any applicant who is unable to carry out such duties. If you are unsure as to whether this applies to your application, you must detail on your application form and discuss at interview any information you feel may be relevant.
    Existing employees should keep their line manager informed of any changes that may affect their ability to carry out such duties. . #alliancehealthcare
    What your background should look like
    Key Dimensions:
    No managerial responsibility and no influence on budget
    Key Working Relationships:
    Regular liaison with other members of team and warehouse operatives
    Level of Decision Making:
    On occasion the Porter will be required to work un-supervised
    Additional Information:
    (Please outline here any other factors related to the role that are important to identify)
    What Cencora offers
    All team members globally are provided with basic life insurance, personal accident insurance, business travel accident insurance, and EAP resources at no cost. Additional country-specific benefits such as healthcare, sick leave, death and disability, retirement, as well as perks and allowances may be provided. Details of programs vary by location.
    Schedule
    Full time
    Affiliated Companies
    Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited
    Equal Employment Opportunity
    Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
    The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
    Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email
    hrsc@amerisourcebergen.com
    . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

    High Visual Accuracy
    Good verbal communication skills
    Basic written communication skills
    Basic Numeracy and Literacy
    Customer care
    Desirable
    Any previous experience of working in a warehouse environment would be highly desirable
    MANUAL HANDLING
    It should be noted that manual handling tasks such as lifting and bending are "essential requirements" of this role.

    Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
    What you will be doing