Warehouse Operative

Cencora

  • Chessington, Greater London
  • £12.76 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
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!Job DetailsJob Title: Warehouse OperativeLocation: Chessington, KT9 1SNShift Times/Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 5pm-12.30am, Sunday 7am-12pm.Hourly Rate: £12.76, plus shift allowance where applicable.This role is in support of Cencora's wholesale distribution services in Europe operating through our Alliance Healthcare business.We currently have opportunities to join our fast-paced pharmaceutical supply chain and be a key player in serving millions of patients across the UK and shaping our company culture. We’re seeking flexible Warehouse Team Members to join us at our Service Centre in Coatbridge, who thrive in an exciting environment where the work we do is critical in ensuring the integrity of the medical supply chain. If you’re passionate about creating healthier futures, making a meaningful impact in your daily role and want to work with a forward-thinking team, then apply now and let’s take the next step together!Responsibilities:
  • 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.
Requirements:
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to work
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to communicate well with others
  • Good visual accuracy, numeracy and communication skills
  • Committed to working in a hazard-free, world class health and safety environment
Top 5 benefits working with us:
  • Competitive Pension scheme where the company matches your contribution and can include death in service benefit
  • Career training, development and various internal progression opportunities, such as forklift truck licence, forum representatives, and working in other departments
  • Employee Assistance programme with free legal and financial advice as well as mental health counselling and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders at work
  • Access to Cycle to work scheme and Perks at Work, with discounts at various retailers such as Currys, Samsung, HelloFresh and more
  • Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round
Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be capable of standing and walking for long periods of time as well as carrying out manual handling activities in line with our Health and Safety standards. 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.Find out more information about us at:If this appeals to you, we want to hear from you! Click apply here, submit your application and we will aim to contact you within the week.#alliancehealthcare.As Part of Cencora, Alliance Healthcare is a leading pharmaceutical wholesaler distributor in the UK. Supplying medical and healthcare products, serving over 17,000 pharmacies, hospitals and dispensing doctors throughout the UK. Founded as UniChem in 1938, we have a vast amount of history and experience in this sector.What Cencora offers​Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.Full 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

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