Yusen Logistics
VNA Driver (Warehouse Operative)
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The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
The Role
We are currently looking for a VNA Driver (referred to internally as a Warehouse Operative) to join our team. This role will be based at our site in Northampton GP3 (NN4 5FB).
In this role, you will support the effective running of the warehouse operation, including inbound and outbound processes across the site. This will involve working within a highly regulated environment, so previous experience working within this type of operation is desirable.
We are offering a salary of £28,354.14 + £832 shift allowance per annum. This is working Monday – Friday on the PM shift (2pm – 10pm).
The Benefits
- 22 holiday days per year, moving to 25 days following the completion of 2 full holiday years.
- Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Critical Illness Cover
- Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet, and Nutrition
- Employee benefits, i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, and Health Cash Plan.
- Tailored development and career opportunities
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Key Responsibilities
- As directed, safely handle products through all inbound and outbound processes, ensuring all company procedures are adhered to.
- Ensure all goods are handled in the correct manner to ensure that damage is kept to a minimum and manual handling techniques are followed to prevent injury and harm.
- Appropriate use of MHE (Manual Handling Equipment) as directed and in accordance with training. This role will involve operating a VNA Forklift Truck.
- Carry out any other reasonable requests to support the effective running of the warehouse.
- Follow all Health and Safety protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and report concerns to your Line Manager.
- Perform equipment checks and report any defects promptly.
- Ensure any concerns, issues, or variances are communicated immediately to your Line Manager, to allow the appropriate action to be taken in a swift manner.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience working in a similar role within a warehouse environment.
- A valid VNA Licence is essential for this role.
- A team player with a flexible, proactive attitude.
- Good general IT skills and ideally experience using warehouse management systems – training will be provided where required.
- Awareness of manual handling techniques.
- Able to adapt to changing demands and meet deadlines.
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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilizing AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
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