Warehouse Operator

If you are currently a warehouse operative who is looking for a change or already work within glass production and want to work with a world renowned brand then this role might be for you.

You'll be working for Glassolutions in West Thurrock. Glassolutions is one of more than 30 exciting Saint-Gobain brands in the UK and the largest processor and distributor of Glass in the UK. We offer a range of services unrivalled across the glass industry, supplying and processing glass for a broad range of applications.

What you will be doing

First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; so whether you've never worked in this industry before, or had years of experience with one our competitors, you're just as likely to be a great fit! A great Operator at Glassolutions will put safety above all else, work well in a team and be enthusiastic about the work they do. As a quick learner, you'll be flexible to work in different areas, take responsibility for the work you do and always show good attention to detail.

• Operating machinery and equipment, and handling glass safely and effectively
• Preparing glass loads for customers, assisting drivers to load or offload vehicles as necessary and ensuring correct paperwork is used
• Maintaining a high standard of workplace housekeeping and carrying out daily checks on equipment and machinery that is being used
• Engaging with Supervisors and Team Leaders on a daily basis to discuss quality and production targets.
• Working in a controlled and safe manner in line with Health and Safety policies, wearing appropriate PPE at all times and immediately reporting defects/accidents/near misses
• Dealing with customers in a pleasant, helpful and efficient manner, representing the Company in a positive light at all times.

What we are looking for

Our Operators are very important to the smooth running of the business. Their role is important to help ensure products are manufactured and available for the customer on time. This will involve problem solving and teamwork to ensure products are available for collection when required by the customer. Health and Safety should always be put first in this role and work with caution when dealing with glass products.

• Previous experience of working within a manufacturing or warehousing environment
• Experience working with Glass would be very beneficial
• Experience operating a crane would be beneficial
• A good work ethic and willingness to learn
• Customer focused, a team player and good communication skills
• Have high health and safety standards

Full training will be provided in Warehouse operations and machinery as well as a full Health and Safety induction.

What’s in it for me?

In return for your hard work, we have a range of benefits to offer, some of which include; high street discounts, pension schemes, opportunities for career progression, and so much more.

Are Glassolutions and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we’re always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We’ll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can’t promise to meet every request when we’re recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!