Inventory Driver Operator - Green Shift
Inventory Driver Operator - Green Shift
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Job title: Inventory Driver Operator
Department: Distribution
Location: MountPark Southampton
GLS: U
Working hours: 4days on 4 days off 7am to 7pm
Shift: Green
A brighter future awaits you
CooperVision is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improvethe way people see each day. Its more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives. Were all about bright futures for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.
At CooperVision were big on belonging. Everyones contribution counts and thats why inclusion and diversity are so isnt just the right thing to do; its what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space. So be yourself whoever you are and lets achieve amazing things together.
Job summary What to expect:
As an Inventory Driver Operator you will be expected to carry out a range of varied tasks and functions drive company vehicles as and when required to collect and/or deliver goods/stock to ensure customer requirements performance targets and quality standards are met and when possible exceeded.
In additional to the above driving responsibilities other duties will involve receipt put away and replenishment of Silver Stock lenses and Raw Material as requested by the Team Leader.
In addition you will:
- Maintain communication with Team Leaders and senior Operators to inform them of any change of delivery route or schedule or any obstructions to making safe efficient deliveries on time
- Receive incoming lenses and Raw Materials from internal and external sources verifying all items are correct. Identifying putting away products ensuring all goods are located and stored in the correct locations according to procedure and available for picking.
- Pick and issue materials for the user businesses to the agreed quality standards verifying all items are correct complete and present. Distribute materials to the user businesses in line with daily stock replenishment plans.
- Carry out replenishments move and rearrange stock.
- Once fully trained operate any machinery vehicles or equipment as required for your position and duties
- Loading and unloading delivery vehicles by hand or with a forklift truck
- Support Packaging / Distribution and take proactive action to resolve any stock issues that may adversely impact production.
- Drivers to be in possession of a valid Tacho card and up to date with all driver qualifications. Keeps company vehicle clean and wellmaintained.
- May have to lift heavy products or parcels.
- Drives safely and follow all laws and rules of driving to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
A full job description is available upon on request.
About you:
We are seeking someone with a C1 driving license (for vehicles between 3.5 to 7.5 tons) and a strong understanding of warehouse procedures inventory management systems and Microsoft Office or the ability to quickly develop these skills.
Experience & Education:
- The work carried out is physically demanding and a significant proportion of the shift will require the member of staff to stand walk and operate mechanical handling equipment
- Good working knowledge of Warehouse procedures and environment computer inventory systems and Microsoft Office (or competence to achieve this).
- Be able to work in a team environment while being able to selfmotivate and when necessary cover for the Team Leader / Senior Operator if absent.
- Ensure the departmental KPIs targets are met and where possible exceeded in compliance with the organizations requirements including production targets quality standards and customer requirements
- Positive attitude and ability to selfmotivate and demonstrate initiative to promote teamwork
- Receive new training and train others as determined by the departmental training matrix. Training must be in accordance with relevant SOPs and associated documents. Share product knowledge within the department.
- Follow all systems procedures and routines for accurately completing filing paperwork and archiving department records
- Liaise with Purchasing Planning and QA to improve processes and procedures to improve supply to Packaging and Distribution
- Ability to work with minimum supervision within a team and at times be able to work effectively on your own where necessary
- Able to identify process waste suggest ideas for improvement and actively participate in activities and events (as appropriate)
- Quality conscious and able to handle repetitive work and ensure consistency of work standards.
- Able to use Microsoft Office to produce documents and read/send emails.
Work Environment:
- The post holders working environment will be a combination of indoor and outdoor working. Warehouse is a large openplan warehouse; temperatures in the warehouse fluctuate due to seasonal variations. Outdoor working includes yards drop off and collection points within the warehouse areas.
- Regular requirement to lift materials and /or boxes of lenses up to 3kg25kg
- Periods of prolonged standing.
- Working at height will be involved for this position.
What we offer:
Youll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 22 shift days holiday pension scheme healthcare cover life assurance access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!
We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision
What you can expect:
As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride African Descent Womans Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.
If you like what you see take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today!All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.
We operate a candidate referral scheme so if you know anyone who could be a perfect fit for this role please email their CV to quoting the job reference code to enjoy a 100 voucher reward if they are successful!
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Employment Type
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