Warehouse Logistics Operative - DPD Group UK - Smethwick, England, United Kingdom

Company Description

LOCATION: DPD Smethwick

Ready to join the company that aims to be the UK’s most sustainable premium delivery carrier? We’re looking for high-energy Warehouse Logistic Operatives to join our team. DPD are a £2 billion industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and taking care of the people who keep us moving.

DPD UK is a member of Geopost who are a market leader in parcel delivery and e-commerce solutions, providing a broad range of delivery and innovative services for customers worldwide.

Why DPD? (The Good Stuff)

We know there’s more to life than just a paycheck. We offer a benefits package designed for the modern world:

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  Stability & Growth: Genuine career progression as we promote from within. Start in the warehouse, move into management just like many of our current leaders have.


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  Extra Time Off: Milestone Days to celebrate life’s big moments e.g Your Birthday + Holiday Trading.


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  Wellbeing First: Free Unum "Help@Hand" 24/7 health services for you and your family.


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  Big Discounts: Save up to 5% on your weekly grocery shop and at 100s of top retailers.


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  Financial Peace of Mind: Free Life Assurance (4x salary).

Job Description

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  Contract Type: Permanent / 40 hours per week


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  Salary: £30,995 - increasing to £32,495 on completion of relevant MHE training


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  Hours of Work: Mon - Fri 16:30 - 01:00 - Sat & Sun - 15:00 - 23:30


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  Days of Work: 5 days per week

DPD Logistics are a fulfilment warehouse; we hold stock for a number of key customers at our site in Tamworth and as a Warehouse Logistics Operative you will be required to pick and pack to meet consumer demand.

This is a fast-paced, physical role and you will be on your feet all shift but as a warehouse operative you will be the backbone of our logistics operation playing an important role in DPD continuing to deliver outstanding service. Key duties include;

• Loading and unloading, scanning, picking and packing parcels, including handling items up to 25kg




• Using our tech and WMS to ensure every parcel gets to the right place, checking paperwork matches physical delivery




• Transfer of goods to suitable storage, carrying out replenishment tasks, and highlighting any discrepancies




• Operation of different Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including Counter Balance, Flexi Trucks and Man Riders




• Comply with Health, Safety and Security policies, communicating with customers, suppliers and third party hauliers

You’ll receive: Full training from Day 1 and all required uniform and PPE

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Team

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  The Hustle: You’ve got a strong work ethic and love hitting targets.


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  Team Player: You love working as part of a close knit supportive team


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  Reliability: You show up and give it 100%.


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  Values: You’re honest, respectful, and care about the service you provide.


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  Physicality: You’re comfortable lifting and staying on your feet.

DPD is a Disability Confident Employer and a member of the Valuable 500. We value your unique perspective. To find out why DPD is a great place to work for everyone please click on the following link - You & DPD