Warehouse Operative

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operator in our Kerry Team in Hartlepool, Co. Durham, England.

It is a full-time, permanent position based on a shift work with rotating early and late shifts. Early shift is 6am-2pm, Monday to Friday and late shift is 12pm-10pm, Monday to Thursday.

You will work predominantly in the Warehouse, but this position will give you an opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in other parts of the site as well.

At our Kerry site in Hartlepool, we produce a variety of products for different brands, ranging from sauces and bullions to formed butters and cheeses. We have around 110 employees on the site and as a Warehouse Operator, you would join a Warehouse Team of 5 colleagues. The Kerry Hartlepool site is conveniently located - less than 10 minutes by car from the Hartlepool city center.

What’s in it for you?

• Pay matching real living wage.
• Career development opportunities.
• Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety.
• Various events organized on site and opportunities to volunteer.
• Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more.
• Matched pension scheme up to 10%.
• Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing.

What will you be doing?

Responsibilities of the Warehouse Operator will include:

• Conducting warehouse activities in efficient, consistent and safe way.
• Loading and unloading deliveries.
• Using forklift trucks (reach and counterbalance) to move materials and products to designated areas.
• Managing stock and logging data in the SAP system.
• Following Health and Safety regulations.
• Raising any issues to the Line Manager.
• Working in a team and supporting other members of the Warehouse Team.
• Willing to learn other new tasks in other areas of the site, like production, packing, H&S etc.

What do you need to be successful?

• Good communication and numeracy skills.
• Fluent in English.
• License and experience in operating forklift,
• Computer literate (MS Excel, Word), SAP knowledge is beneficial.
• Flexible with shift work - shift patterns are subject to change.
• Eager to learn and develop.

About Kerry

A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about.

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.

Our Values:      Courage | Enterprising Spirit | Inclusiveness | Open-mindedness | Ownership