Job Location: Halstead, Essex, United Kingdom
Halstead, Essex, United Kingdom
Company Description
Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.
Diversity Statement
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
About the Role:
Become a key member of our dynamic team at Ferrero's Halstead Plant by joining us as a Warehouse Operative (FLD). In this vital role, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the efficient operation of our warehouse. Your primary duties will involve accurately picking goods for the production line, repalletising items, and preparing goods for upcoming production schedules. This role requires a sharp eye for detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet stringent deadlines. Effective collaboration with the Warehouse Manager and Production team is crucial to ensure that all activities are perfectly synchronized. Join us and play a significant role in our continued success!
Main Responsibilities:
As a Warehouse Operative (FLD) at Ferrero, you will be integral to ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse. Your key responsibilities will include the efficient picking of goods for the production line, repalletising items, and preparing goods for the next day's production. You will engage in regular stocktaking to maintain accurate inventory levels and select goods for production precisely according to specifications.
You will be responsible for safely and efficiently handling manual lifting tasks, as well as using handheld scanners to accurately pick pallets. It is crucial that you report any discrepancies or issues immediately to prevent line stoppages. Additionally, you will collaborate with the Warehouse Manager and Production team to ensure activities are well-coordinated and the work environment remains tidy and organized.
Operating vehicles such as Forklift Counterbalance and Reach Trucks to move and handle goods will also be part of your role. You are expected to attend necessary training sessions to further enhance your skills and knowledge in warehouse operations. Prompt reporting of any noticed machinery faults or health and safety concerns for timely resolution is also essential. Join us to contribute actively to our operations and to develop your skills in a dynamic work environment.
Who we are looking for:
We are on the lookout for highly motivated individuals who possess excellent organisational skills and the ability to effectively prioritise their workload. Ideal candidates should be numerate, detail-oriented, and maintain a high level of accuracy in their work. While experience in food safety and health & safety awareness is preferred, it is not mandatory. Flexibility, punctuality, and holding valid Counterbalance and Reach Truck certificates are ideal. This position operates on a day shift from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
If you excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, are committed to upholding high standards, and enjoy a collaborative team setting, then we encourage you to apply. We are eager to welcome someone like you to our team!
How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.