Warehouse Operative

**Fresh Food Warehouse Operative**

Based at our state-of-the-art distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the North of England as supplier and distributor to over 500 SPAR stores.

The operations team are an integral part of the business and ensure our customers receive the right goods, first time, on time, setting a high standard in our logistics operation.

We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 4000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.

**Hours and Pay**
- 38 hours per week over 4 days - 9:00am - 7:15pm on a job & finish basis.
- A maximum of 2 hours compulsory overtime can be called on the day 7:15pm - 9:15pm (Predominantly around seasonal volume spikes)
- Shift Pattern - 4 days per week on a 3-week rotating shift which includes working 2 Sundays out of 3 (this rota will be explained at interview).
- Shift reward entitlement 50p-£1 per hour for every hour worked.
- Error reward entitlement, up to 50p an hour.
- Overall Pay Rate (based on an individual efficiency scheme) £11.47 - £15.38

**About the Role**

As a warehouse operative, you will have an important role to play as a part of a team that ensures our stores receive the products they need.

**What will I be doing?**
- Assembling and packing orders ensuring that goods are packed accurately and safely meeting quality standards.
- Assembly is done via a personal headset that is programmed to your individual voice. You will be given instructions via the headset to pick and pack selected products for each store.
- Handling equipment such as, roll cages, milk tetes and pallets.
- Working together as part of a motivated team to reach daily deadlines managed on a job and finish basis.

**A Few Things About You**

This role is physical and will keep you on your toes. Fast thinkers with an eye for accuracy will enjoy this environment.
- Self-motivation to work hard and do everything to the best of your ability.
- Ability to prioritise and manage workloads effectively to meet business needs and deadlines.
- Good attention to detail when working quickly.
- To be a positive, organised individual, capable of working as team member or on their own initiative.
- Have a flexible approach to working hours.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.

James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 150 years

To make this vision possible, we need the best people to join us on our journey. We are a family company and we believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.

Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.

**Company Doctor** - We care about the health and wellbeing of our staff. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly.

**Free On-site Parking** - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.

**Subsidised Staff Restaurant** - We know how hard our people work so when hunger strikes, we have an excellent on-site canteen that offers a wide range of freshly cooked meals, salads, sandwiches and confectionary plus free tea and coffee.

**Learning & Development** - We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

**Life Insurance** - There’s nothing more important than family. We offer life insurance to all of our employees so you can have peace of mind during your career at James Hall & Co. Ltd.

**Grocery Aid** - We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.

**Staff Discount** - **As part of the SPAR family, you will be able to take advantage of a 20% staff discount in our 161 company owned stores across the country.

We also offer a, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay, bereavement pay, enhanced pension scheme and our famous James Hall & Co. Ltd Christmas Hamper

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