Job Description

About the job
Arla Foods Taw Valley are looking for a responsible and proactive Logistics Operator who is interested in embracing a new challenge with a rare and exciting opportunity to join the team at our Taw Valley Creamery.
We are looking for somebody who is highly motivated with great communicating skills, who is happy to work within a small team and critical department of the business.
The role will be shift based, working a 4 on 4 off pattern with rotating days and nights.
Main Duties of the role

• As a Logistics Operator you will complete all cold store functions including order picking, physical inventory, loading and housekeeping duties.
• Loading and unloading of vehicles, operating counterbalance forklift truck and completion of loading/delivery paperwork.
• You will operate and monitor palletiser equipment performance, correct/raise issues before they become problems and perform basic maintenance tasks and fault diagnosis.
• You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment by raising near misses, environmental and risk/safety observations.
• Support completion of risk assessments and standard operating procedures.

Who are you?
Ideally you will have experience in a similar position but it is not essential as full training will be provided.
Previous forklift experience would be advantageous, although novice or refresher training will be booked for the successful candidate.
Experience using warehouse ERP system (SAP) and Microsoft office programs would be preferred.
Previous experience of working in a warehousing or cold store environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
Good knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene would be preferable, although the appropriate training will be provided.
You must be a strong communicator, who is able to prioritise tasks in a timely and organised manner and contribute to regular department meetings.
Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
• Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods
Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.
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