IKEA Warehouse Colleague - Day Shift

Working for our growing IKEA contract at our brand new, state of the art site in Dartford. Customer service will be at the heart of this role, creating a better everyday!

Wincanton are in an exciting growth period having recently won several new contracts and in tender for a lot more! Our people are the driving force of our success, and we think it is important to reward and recognise your hard work which is why our benefits packages and development opportunities are unrivalled.

Why you should work for Wincanton:

• 40 hour working week
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern working 5am to 5pm or 7am to 7pm
• Unrivalled salary – Minimum of £26,354
• 20 days holiday
• Extensive retail discounts across all the big retailers including supermarkets, fashion, technology, travel, days out, hair & beauty, sports and much more!
• Permanent employment contract with an ever evolving and growing market leader
• RAC cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Extensive wellbeing programmes and initiatives accessible to all employees
• Healthcare cash plan programme
• Pension scheme
• Death in service benefit – although we hope you never have to use it!

What will you be doing as a Warehouse Colleague?

• Reporting to the warehouse supervisor
• Working in a team environment in a safe manner adhering to site Health & Safety regulations and Safe Systems of Work
• Loading vehicles ready for customer deliveries
• Ensuring quality is of the highest standards and all stock is handled with care so it arrives at our customers in perfect condition
• Operating Mechanical Handling Equipment
• Checking of picked stock and assembled loads prior to dispatch
• Ensuring high standards are met in line with Ikea’s quality processes
• A range of duties to support the operational efficiency and general housekeeping and hygiene standards of the warehouse and site

Relevant skills and experience as a Warehouse Colleague:

• Previous experience within warehousing is essential
• The ability to read and understand instructions
• The ability to count accurately
• Have the appropriate hand, eye and foot coordination to effectively use mechanical handling equipment
• LLOP/Counter Balance/Reach Truck/PPT Licenses are desirable
• You will be reliable, self-motivated, a strong team player and will have a flexible approach to work
• Physically able to assist in the movement of goods which may include bending, stretching, stooping, stepping, reaching and lifting in line with Health and Safety regulations