Workshop Logistics/Packer Workington, England
Job description
About us
Acumen Interiors Limited is a small business in Workington. We are fast-paced, innovative, customer-centric, and our goal is to manufacture handmade to order furniture to quality & lead time.
Our work environment includes:
- Flexible working hours
- On-the-job training
- Safe work environment
Workshop Logistics/Packer
*Immediate start available*
Acumen Collection is an online furniture business based out of Workington and we are looking to recruit an experienced picker packer / logistics team member to undertake logistics tasks to support the dispatch of furniture products from a manufacturing workshop.
We are manufacturers of shelves, shelving units, dining tables, office desks and other bespoke timber products. We also store off the shelf items that are stored in a warehouse. All products have a variety of logistical challenges be it the courier we use, the packing process and understanding the delivery details specific to customer requirements.
A good eye for detail, organisation and understanding of logistics is essential.
Responsibilities of the Logistics/Packer:
- Member of the packing team ensuring prioritisation of orders and quality assurance duties are adhered to.
- Work with the customer service manager to ensure orders are booked in for collection with couriers, using a computer based system.
- All products must be quality assured prior to packing.
- Ability to problem solve or seek advice from team members is essential.
- Punctuality, Reliability and Pride in your own work is a must
- Being professional, ability to use own initiative and be a team player
Requirements of the Logistics/Packer:
- High levels of accuracy and good attention to detail.
- Confident communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Analytical/logical thinker
- Self motivated to achieve targets
- Work well under pressure as the furniture industry has seasonal peaks in demand
- Must hold a Full UK driving licence
- Previous experience in working in a workshop or warehouse environment would be preferable.
Experience / Qualifications
- Experience of working in a logistics or picker packer / warehouse environment
- Desirable: management experience
- Desirable: experience working as a logistics manager
The person
- You are passionate about what you do and take responsibility for getting things done
- You are able to prioritise your own workload
- You are able to build great relationships with your colleagues
- You are able to learn processes and improve them if necessary
If you feel you meet the above criteria for this role and want to join our team please apply now, as we are looking for immediate start.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.00-£11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Workington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Logistics: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
