Distribution/Warehouse Section Leader

2 weeks ago

Birchington CT AX, United Kingdom Thanet Earth Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

Thanet Earth is one of the largest employers in East Kent. During seasonal peaks we can have up to 900 people working on site, whether that's in one of our six greenhouses, in our packing factory or in our commercial and administration team.

We want to make sure we have the right people in place to support our growth and we are now looking for a bright and enthusiastic Section Leader to join our Distribution team based at Thanet Earth in Birchington, Kent.

Providing strong leadership, motivating and supporting a team of Multi-Skilled Operatives (MSO's) to achieve outstanding service levels, delivering productivity targets whilst prioritising and maintaining the highest standards of Health & Safety in a dynamic fast paced environment.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Coaching and developing the team to consistently meet performance standards.
  • Planning work patterns in conjunction with the Distribution Shift Manager.
  • Working collaboratively across departments, coordinating activity to meet daily objectives.
  • Regularly engaging, with MSOs to ensure understanding of the role and personal contribution to the continued success of the business.
  • Deputising for the Distribution Shift Manager as and when required.

Key accountabilities

  • Ideally a minimum of one year's experience in a FMCG/fresh produce/warehouse supervisory role.
  • Working knowledge of food production/handling procedures and processes.
  • Demonstrable leadership, interpersonal, communication and management skills.
  • Competent in problem solving, team building and planning.
  • A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

A day in the life…….

"Each day presents new challenges for a Section Leader. You will communicate effectively with your team of Multi Skilled Operatives, as well as other supporting functions, such as the Transport team, and internal customers. You'll give direct instructions for daily tasks; loading, unloading and moving pallets, as well as reviewing KPI's, monthly feedback meetings with your team, and communicating across the business about issues impacting affecting internal and external customers. When the day starts, so does your attention to safety, encouraging, supporting and challenging behaviours to deliver a safe working environment. A positive approach to a fast-moving operation is essential, with the ability to follow SOP's, problem solve and identify risks and costs to the business. You'll drive productivity, identify areas for improvement and encouraging your team to do the same."

Working hours:

You will work a 4 on 2 off rota after completion of training. This role will predominantly be front shift hours (6am-3pm), but you will also work a 3-month period on back shift (3pm-midnight) on a rota basis. This will lead to a 16 shift deficit which will be worked over the year to cover absence.

Due to our remote location and limited public transportation options, candidates must have their own means of transport for daily commuting.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Free flu jabs
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Birchington CT7 0AX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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