Operations Controller

4 weeks ago


Skelmersdale, United Kingdom Great Bear Full time
Job Description

We are currently seeking a Operations Controller to join our Operations team at our Skelmersdale site.  As a Operations Controller you will contribute to the success of the site by supporting the day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring that all schedules for inbound receipts and outbound loads are run efficiently, liaising with warehouse operatives, Shift Supervisors and Shift Managers to maintain a smooth flow of work throughout the shift.

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Rotating Days/Nights 

Salary: £32,847.48 Per Annum

As the successful candidate, you will contribute to the overall success of the site, and will report directly to the site Shift Manager.

Job responsibilities of a Operations Controller include:

  • Efficiently managing the outbound schedule to ensure collection and delivery times are met.
  • Issuing instructions to designated staff to maintain a smooth flow of inbound and outbound work.
  • Controlling paperwork for outbound vehicles ensuring 100% accuracy.
  • Controlling the flow of international inbound to ensure scheduling adherence and to limit any potential demmurage claims.
  • Fulfilment of paperwork requirements for Irish despatches.
  • Communicating issues to Shift Manager in a timely manner to minimise disruption to the schedule.
  • Liasing with the transport department to ensure a continual trailer flow.
  • Participating as an active member of the operations team, and to offer suggestions for solving problems, improving efficiency, customer and quality focus.
  • Maintaining good communication with transport providers to ensure late collections and delivery failures are avoided.
  • Producing a thorough, detailed handover to the following shift highlighting potential issues, reminders and current state of play.

Qualifications

As a Operations Controller you will possess the following skill, experiences and qualifications:

  • Ability to prioritise work based on scheduling and available resources.
  • Able to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
  • Must be a team player who is capable of working on their own initiative.
  • Able to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of on-site systems.
  • Able to work to tight deadlines.
  • Experience and good working knowledge of Autostore and RF kit.
  • PC Literate in Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Should demonstrate the drive and desire to progress.
  • Must be flexible in approach to work and shift patterns in order to cover for absence.
  • Be able to demonstrate a courteous and professional attitude towards customers and third party hauliers.


Additional Information

As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

  • Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement.
  • Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
  • Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary.
  • Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year. 
  • Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. 
  • Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
  • Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam


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