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Cold Stores Operative

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McCain Foods

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Logistics
  • Peterborough

AI generated summary

  • You must have forklift, reach truck, and PPT qualifications, good numeracy and literacy, PC skills, warehouse experience, attention to detail, and the ability to use your own initiative.
  • You will wrap, label, and verify stock accuracy, communicate with the Team Leader, operate a forklift, load pallets safely, and ensure product quality in compliance with procedures.

Requirements

  • Forklift, reach truck and PPT qualifications
  • Good numeracy and literacy skills
  • PC literacy
  • Experience of working in a warehouse environment
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to use your own initiative

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all pallets are fully wrapped, labelled and received on to stock using the Lantec wrapping machine, WMS and Markem labelling system
  • Check that all product being bought on to stock is undamaged and, using the WMS system, check the product description, product code, best before end date and count are all correct
  • Communicate with Team Leader on all production product changes and breakdowns
  • Ensure that, where appropriate, all company documentation and procedures are followed and executed in the correct manner to company requirements
  • Checks stock being handled is undamaged (does not include restricted stock) and using WMS system, checks product description, product code, best before end date and correct count
  • Loads pallets onto vehicles, using safe working practices and checks both pallets and vehicles are clean
  • Operates a fork lift truck in accordance with company policy, transporting pallets of product or empty pallets from the loading bay to cold store or auto palletising
  • Prepares all products which are less than full pallet quantity, ensuring the G.K.N pallets is clean and safe to use
  • Picks product, ensuring it is undamaged, not restricted and is checked for correct type, code number and quantity. Collects product from correct location, keeping pallets level at all times

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Cold Stores Operative.

Where is the position located?

The position is located in Whittlesey.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, it is a Regular - Full-Time position.

What are the main responsibilities of a Cold Stores Operative?

The main responsibilities include receiving finished goods, loading and unloading vehicles, checking quantities and descriptions, maintaining quality, hygiene, and safety standards, and operating a fork lift truck.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The ideal candidate should have Forklift, reach truck, and PPT qualifications, good numeracy and literacy skills, and PC literacy.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include an excellent pension plan, optional health cash plan, cycle to work scheme, and a 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off.

What are the working hours for this position?

The role will initially be Monday to Friday and will then move to a shift pattern.

Is there an opportunity for career growth within McCain Foods?

Yes, there are great opportunities for career development and progression as part of a global business.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

McCain Foods values diversity and strives to maintain an antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.

Are accommodations available during the recruitment process?

Yes, accommodations can be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request.

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McCain Foods

Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food

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Employees
1957
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Mission & Purpose

At McCain Foods we know the importance that food plays in people's lives - the power it has to uplift and bring people, families, businesses and communities together. Guided by our purpose - Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food - we believe that working together with our teams, business and community partners will bring sustainable growth and positive change - today, tomorrow and for generations to come. As a privately owned family company with over 65 years of experience, a presence in over 160 countries and a global team of 20,000+ people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. Our product quality, people and customer dedication help us achieve global sales in excess of CDN $11 billion. Through our investment and innovation, we continue to be a global leader in prepared potato products, including our famous French Fries and appetizers. We are passionate about supporting and developing our people-providing opportunities to grow and learn in their roles, as well as building careers for the long term.