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Warehouse Logistics Operative

DPD Group UK

2 locations: Oldbury, SmethwickPosted 8 days ago£30,995 – £32,495Full-time

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Company Description LOCATION: DPD Smethwick Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Warehouse Logistic Operatives to join our team. DPD are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving. DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide. Why DPD? (The Good Stuff) We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world: Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have. Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading. Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family. Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers. Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary). Job Description Contract Type: Permanent / 40 hours per week Salary: £30,995 - increasing to £32,495 on completion of relevant MHE training Hours of Work: Mon • Fri 16:30 - 01:00 • Sat & Sun - 15:00 - 23:30 Days of Work: 5 days per week DPD Logistics are a fulfilment warehouse; we hold stock for a number of key customers at our site in Tamworth and as a Warehouse Logistics Operative you will be required to pick and pack to meet consumer demand. This is a fast-paced, physical role and you will be on your feet all shift but as a warehouse operative you will be the backbone of our logistics operation playing an important role in DPD continuing to deliver outstanding service. Key duties include; Loading and unloading, scanning, picking and packing parcels, including handling items up to 25kg Using our tech and WMS to ensure every parcel gets to the right place, checking paperwork matches physical delivery Transfer of goods to suitable storage, carrying out replenishment tasks, and highlighting any discrepancies Operation of different Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including Counter Balance, Flexi Trucks and Man Riders Comply with Health, Safety and Security policies, communicating with customers, suppliers and third party hauliers You’ll receive: Full training from Day 1 and all required uniform and PPE Qualifications What You Bring to the Team The Hustle: You’ve got a strong work ethic and love hitting targets. Team Player: You love working as part of a close knit supportive team Reliability: You show up and give it 100%. Values: You’re honest, respectful, and care about the service you provide. Physicality: You’re comfortable lifting and staying on your feet. DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 5 00. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link • You & DPD Job Title: Logistics Operative Nights Function: Warehousing Vacancy Type: Permanent • Full Time

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