Warehouse Operative

Job title:

Warehouse Operative

Company

Cencora

Job description

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 doingJob DescriptionJob Title: Warehouse Operative – OutboundHours/Shift times: 40hrs – Sunday 0700-1200 & Monday to Thursday 1600 – 2430Rate of pay: £11.46 + additional supplement after 10pmJob Purpose:The Warehouse Operative is responsible for carrying out any role required of them within the warehouse environment. This can range from picking and packing of orders within the automated system, the medical bulk area, the fridge area and secure areas, whilst if required, carrying out roles within the transport environment. They are responsible for the overall processing of the customer orders efficiently and at the agreed company rate.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 matrixKey AccountabilitiesOperating Standards

• Where required must accurately assemble items from the pick documentation and ensure that the quantity picked is accurate.
• Special care must be taken to avoid damage and the appropriate bin/packaging used – all damages must be reported to the line team leader.
• Any pick face errors must be reported to the line team leaders immediately.
• Any visible errors within the warehouse environment must be reported to line team leaders immediately
• If there is a problem with a particular line / area the line team leader must be informed
• Hospital orders are assembled in the same way but must be given to the hospital checker to ensure accuracy
• Special check orders are assembled in the same way but must be given to the special checker to ensure accuracy
• Medical Bulk orders, Fridge orders & Secure area orders must be picked in the same way however each have specific criteria that will be covered through training
• Any errors must be responded to immediately.
• All unusual quantities in picking process must be brought to the attention of the line team leader
• Any suspected / actual issues relating to an order itself must be reported to the line team leader
• Any issues relating to transport activities must be reported to the line team leader
• Awareness of Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• The warehouse area must be kept clean and tidy and free from rubbish at all times.

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:Essential:High Visual AccuracyGood verbal communication skillsBasic written communication skillsBasic numeracy and literacyCustomer careDesirable:Any previous experience of working in a warehouse environment would be highly desirableMANUAL HANDLINGIt should be noted that manual handling tasks such as lifting and bending are “essential requirements” of this role.Whilst Alliance Healthcare 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.#alliancehealthcareWhat your background should look likeAlliance Healthcare is a leading distributor and wholesaler of pharmaceutical, medical and healthcare products, serving over 16,200 pharmacies, hospitals and dispensing doctors throughout the UK on a twice daily basis.We have an essential role to play in the medical supply chain and everything that we do as a company will ultimately impact upon the end user, the patient. It is our responsibility to offer a reliable service that ensures that our customers receive the right product, in the right place, at the right time.What Cencora offersAll 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.ScheduleFull timeAffiliated Companies Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services LimitedEqual Employment OpportunityCencora 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 . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Expected salary

Location

Chessington, Greater London

Job date

Sat, 04 May 2024 05:52:16 GMT

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