Warehouse Team Leader

2x Lead Operative - Automation Room needed ASAP in the Standlake, Oxfordshire area for a reputable production company.

Position: 2x Lead Operative - Automation Room

Salary: £8.95 per hour, after probation raising to £9.40 per hour

Hours: C Shift, Mon-Fri 16.30-02.00

Continental B Shift hours are:

Week 1 - Monday 06.00 - 16.30, Tuesday 06.00- 16.30 & Friday 06.00-16.30 (30 Hours) -

Week 2 - Saturday 06.00-18.00, Sunday 06.00-18.00, Wednesday 06.00-17.30 & Thursday 06.00-17.30 (45 hours).

Location: Standlake, Oxfordshire

We are currently recruiting Lead Operatives- automation Room at our Production Centre in Standlake, Oxfordshire, . The Lead Operatives - Automation Room will be required to support the Team with general day to day running of the Automation department and work on a shift pattern basis.

Job Description:

• Follow the company Health & Safety guidelines as outlined above
• Work closely with the production and warehouse operatives to develop a dynamic and positive attitude to the challenges of a busy production department
• Assist the Warehouse Controller(s) in focussing on the key performance indicators (KPIs) identified by the Warehouse Manager, and work towards achieving and surpassing agreed targets
• Follow production plans, as instructed by the Production Controller, to satisfy customer service levels, maximise productivity and minimise waste
• Be mindful of product quality, integrity and traceability. Ensure work is completed to a high-standard, and all necessary documentation is completed
• Ensure that all product specifications are followed by the automation room team. Ensure that PID labels with volumes, egg-type and shipper cards are correct at all times.
• Ensure that company standards are adhered to within the team. If the Team Leader is unable to resolve a non-conformance, the matter should be referred to the warehouse Controller(s)
• Ensure all members of the team are suitably trained and have a thorough understanding of how to protect product quality
• Foster a constructive relationship with all departments and ensure lines of communication are open
• Complete any necessary training required for the role. The jobholder should be open to personal development
• Ensure pre start checks are complete, up-to-date, and accurate
• Identify areas of inefficiency and waste. In agreement with the Warehouse Controller(s), implement and review the agreed changes
• The site is committed to being "audit-ready" at all times. Therefore it is imperative that site hygiene, health & safety, and document control are all in line with customer specifications at all times
• Maintain a respectful and constructive working relationship with colleagues, subordinates and managers

Person Specification:

• Team player
• Delivers/ achieves task in job role
• Understanding of how job role impacts daily/ weekly operations and/or on team members
• Has a strong sense of fairness and of doing what is right
• Manages time efficiently
• Prioritises key daily tasks
• Schedules and utilises own time effectively
• Is practical and organised
• Adapts plans to meet changing circumstances

Training and Education:

The jobholder may be expected to complete training in the following areas. The requirements will be dependent on the jobholder's previous experience, knowledge, qualifications, and the demands of the specific activities.

• Health & Safety
• Manual handling
• Manual/Electric pallet truck/VNA
• HACCP
• Safe systems of work
• Food handling/hygiene

If you are interested in the position, apply now!