Warehouse Operative with Shunting responsibilities

Warehouse Operative with Shunting responsibilities Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processorontheislandofIreland.Thebusinessiscomplexandambitiouswithamilksupply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties. With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 8 locations on a cross-border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the worlds foremost blue chip companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 100 countries worldwide. The Groups Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland. ApplicationsareinvitedfortheabovepositionatourNewtownards site. The Role: The successful applicant will be working within a busy environment as part of our warehouse team assisting with the operation, including shunting work with our vehicles and trailers. This is amultifunctional roleassisting in picking, storage, loading and unloading products within the warehouse and shunting our vehicles and trailers around our Newtownards site. The successful individual will have full responsibility for ensuring quality, safety, hygiene, output, cost and accurate record keeping at all times. Key responsibilities will include (not limited too): Process customer requirements in a fast, efficient and accurate manner. Carry out checks and report on non-conformances as they arise, troubleshooting and creating plans to avoid any future issues. Safely shunt company vehicles and trailers within site as and when required on rotational basis (1 in 3 weeks). Participate in training for any new equipment/technologies as they are introduced. Able to work unsupervised under direction from the Warehouse Controller. Ensure that all relevant systems, documents and processes are completed as instructed. Along with other operatives, be responsible for ensuring that the department supports the delivery of site KPIs, (customer service, quality, cost, sustainability and H&S). Continuously strive to raise the quality and standard of all tasks undertaken and support process improvement activities with formal and informal teams. Work in a collaborative manner and communicate effectively with other functions on site with a particular focus on production and engineering. Develop own performance by completing relevant learning and development activities. What do I need to be successful in this role? Previous warehousing experience; Excellent teamwork skills and communication skills. Possess the physical ability to bend, stretch, life and reach various items and packages up to 15kg in weight. Possess a valid counterbalance forklift license or be able to attend forklift training as per company request. Be flexible with regards to shift patterns if requested. It would be desirable for candidates to hold a Class 1 driving license however if not candidates will be expected to upskill through the company within the first 6 months of employment. ApplicationProcess: To apply for this role, please submit a CV by mid-day on Monday 16th June. Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at . Skills: warehouse shunting Driving Benefits: pension free parking

Location: Newtownards, GB

Posted Date: 6/13/2025