Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative

Location: Skelmersdale

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UKs largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis and across NFI and our family of brands we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge which guides our daily actions and long-term planning we are passionate about creating a better product a better workplace and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join our Aftermarket team in Skelmersdale as a Warehouse Operative where youll be responsible for receiving picking packing and dispatching goods as well as handling warranty returns and service exchanges. Youll bring great attention to detail a strong work ethic and a can-do approach to problem-solving thriving in a busy environment. Awareness of Health & Safety ability to lift heavy objects and experience in a similar role are desirable. MHE licenses and WMS knowledge would be a bonus but training can be provided. If youre ready to develop your career apply now!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• This is a fully functional warehouse operative role covering all warehouse duties including Receiving picking packing and dispatching of goods warranty returns and service exchange.
• You will be responsible for accurately picking packing and dispatching parts to meet our internal and external customer requirements and wider business needs.
• Operate specialty equipment such as fork-lift trucks Scissor Lifts reach trucks etc.
• Ensure that the right parts are picked and packed to the agreed performance levels.
• Responsible for taking the delivery of goods and supplies.
• Safely store pick and dispatch stock using manual or mechanical manoeuvre including moving stock around by hand or with MHE.
• Keep paperwork up-to-date and maintain accurate records of stock highlighting any discrepancies that may have occurred.
• Participate in maintaining an agreed housekeeping standard with the use of the 5S principle.
• Comply with all Health and Safety legislation.
• Continually strive to spot opportunities for process improvement to ensure the highest level of efficiency.
• Learn from the best. All of this will give you the right skills and experience to develop your career further.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• An awareness of Health & Safety Legislation and individual/company requirements.
• A determination to be the best at whatever task you undertake.
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Great attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and a can-do approach to problem solving.
• Work well within a team and on your own.
• Experience of working as a Warehouse Operative within a similar environment.
• Things can be hectic here. You will thrive on being busy and be an expert multi-tasker.
• Generally someone whos approachable with a strong work ethic and a desire to succeed.
• Strive for continuous improvement always looking for ways to do things better.
• NVQ or equivalent in Warehouse or Operations would be desirable but not essential.
• Full UK Drivers Licence FLT HLOP and Scissor lift Licences are desirable but not essential. If no MHE licenses. You will have a desire to obtain them within six months.
• A knowledge of using a WMS handheld scanners and Microsoft 365.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

Generous salary package we reward our people at the level they deserve.

A 37-hour working week giving you that much needed work/life balance.

Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.

Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.

Pension scheme to help you save for the future.

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical impartial support on issues impacting your life.

Cycle to work scheme discounted gym membership and regular meditation sessions as your health and wellbeing is important to us.

OUR WHY:

We move people. The worlds most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design deliver and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe accessible efficient and reliable.

NEXT STEPS:

If this sounds like you and youre interested in coming aboard then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however you require an alternative method of applying please give us call onor send an email to

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