Warehouse Assistant

Job Description

The RoleWarehouse Assistant - MinsterAt Saint-Gobain we pride ourselves on being innovative, customer focused, agile, open and engaging and entrepreneurial. We are also proud to have been named a Top Employer for 5 consecutive years. If you are a quick learner, you like working in a team, andyou want to know what its like to work for a top employer that is working hard to make the world a better home; then please read on to find out more about this exciting opportunity to join us as a Warehouse Assistant.Youll be working for Saint-Gobain Building Distribution (SGBD) Minister in Cardiff. Minster is one of more than 30 exciting Saint-Gobain brands in the UK. Our true value rests in our people, our knowledge and our capacity to see the bigger picture as wellas our ability to understand the challenges the industry faces and to respond innovatively to these.RequirementsFirst and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; so whether youve never worked in this industry before, or had years of experience with one our competitors, youre just as likely to be a greatfit! A great Warehouse Assistant at Minster will put safety above all else, work well in a team and be enthusiastic about the work they do. As a quick learner, youll be flexible to work in different areas, take responsibility for the work you do and alwaysshow good attention to detail.There is some specific experience, skills and knowledge we are looking for from suitable candidates:* Forklift truck preferred but not essential* Excellent communication skills* Knowledge of the industry preferred but not essential* Knowledge and experience of warehouse/ yard environment* Working knowledge of H&S legislationAs this role is working in the warehouse and yard, youll often be working outside, so this is a great job for people who love to be outdoors. Full workwear and PPE is supplied.Additional RequirementsOur Warehouse Assistants are very important to the smooth running of the business. Their role is key to help ensure products are where they need to be on time. You will be required to undertake warehouse operations as directed by the Warehouse Manager/Supervisor,to ensure internal and external customer needs are met. To support our customers effectively you will:* Support and assist Health and Safety culture to ensure safety of all colleagues and customers, actively endorsing a safe and healthy working environment* Pick and load items to fulfil customer orders and ensure incoming stock is put away* Serve our customers on the trade counter* Contribute to the achievement of warehouse/yard KPIs* Incorporating productivity, pick accuracy and customer service targets* Actively maintain hygiene standards within warehouse and yard environment* Participate in all branch meetings and support all initiatives/actionsAbout UsAre Minster and Saint-Gobain an Inclusive employerWere working hard to be, and were keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, taste in music, fashion sense or anything else that makes you, you! We understand thata 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.Legal StatementAnd what about flexibilityThe world of work is changing, and at Saint-Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discuss any flexible requirementor need that you may have for this role (this could be flexible hours, a job share, part time, to name a few). We cant guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting, but we promise to listen.

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