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Job Title: Lead warehouse operative
Location: Unit C Riverside Industrial Estate, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7PU
Company: Lanka Kade (UK) Ltd
Employment Type: Full-Time
Wage: £11.50 – £12.50 per hour depending on experience
About Us:
Lanka Kade is a family owned business established in 1994, specialising in the design, manufacture and wholesale of fair trade wooden toys. We pride ourselves on our commitment to creating quality educational products and in our ethical supply chain. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and organised individual to join our small but busy team to operate and lead our warehouse with the support of management.
Working Hours:
- Normal hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
- Flexibility required to include early mornings, late evenings and occasional weekends.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Picking and packing orders accurately and efficiently
- Rotating and replenishing stock
- Communicating daily with colleagues regarding warehouse operations and stock issues
- Maintain accurate inventory levels
- Co-ordinate additional warehouse personnel at busy times
- Liaise closely with colleagues via regular meetings and reports to maintain and improve warehouse administration and processes
- Monitor and record product quality, and feedback to management
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment
- Unload containers and help process the stock
- Help prepare and construct exhibition stands for events across the country
- Occasionally complete local collections and deliveries in the company vehicle
Skills and qualifications:
- Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy boxes
- A positive, can-do attitude with flexibility in approach
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tasks
- Able to work alone, and as part of a team
- Good command of spoken and written English
- Previous warehouse experience is desirable
- Experience driving a counterbalance forklift is desirable
- Full clean UK driving licence is desirable
- Competent in Microsoft Word and Excel
What We Offer:
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discount on products
- A supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
Application Process:
To apply please email your CV and a covering letter to Jason@lankakade.co.uk. In your cover letter; highlight your personal skills and detail what you are looking for in a full time position.