IKEA Warehouse Colleague - Day Shift - United Kingdom Jobs Opening

August 30, 2024

Wincanton

Dartford

FULL TIME

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 – £27,408.16
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