Warehouse Operative

Overview

At Kuehne Nagel, a role in Warehousing & Packaging Handling means ensuring that every product is stored carefully and packaged with precision to prevent damage in transit. You will work as part of an effective and efficient team providing logistics support to the contract while driving operational performance and ensuring strict compliance with all company standards.

• Undertake all warehousing duties, including the operation of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and delivery vehicles, and participate in a delivery service on site.
• Operate the Management of Joint Deployed Inventory (MJDI) and other computerised systems as required (training will be provided).
• Execute all warehousing duties requiring meticulous attention to detail for tasks such as receiving, inspecting, storing, and issuing materials (picking and packing stores) to ensure absolute accuracy and compliance.
• Prioritise and respond to customer queries and requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Adhere to all Company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy, Safe Working Practices, and company policies on Quality, Health and Safety and Environment.
• Report all discrepancies that may influence the performance of the contract to the relevant Team Leader.

• Full Driving licence is mandatory.
• Must be prepared to operate manual handling equipment (MHE) and undertake driving duties.
• Experience of working to agreed targets and specific processes, with good attention to detail.
• PC literate with a working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office software applications.
• Understanding of and experience in warehouse practices.
• Understanding of KPIs and customer service.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of military aerospace logistics is advantageous.
• Must be willing to undergo Security Check Clearance.

• 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• 3 x Life Assurance option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme.
• Tailored personal development and training programme.
• Flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Childcare vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Health cash plans available.

Kuehne Nagel is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. We recognise that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success.