Warehouse Logistics Assistant
The post holder will be responsible for the receipt, storage and distribution of clinical and non-clinical products and to ensure accurate, timely picking and packing of orders. To operate as per trust policies and SOP's in order to provide an efficient and effective Logistics service to the end user.
37.5 hours per week between 06:00-20:00
Whilst the position advertised is based at Kings Norton Warehouse initially, post holders will be required to operate at multi sites across the Trust's campus.
Main Duties of the Job
1. To undertake all operational warehouse and driving duties in accordance with agreed operating procedures (SOP's) at any distribution point serviced by the Trust for which appropriate training will be provided if necessary.
2. To check and put away receipted goods in to correct stock locations ensuring stock rotation principles are followed as per SOP undertaking stock replenishment duties.
3. To ensure customer orders are fulfilled in a timely, and efficient manner always placing heavy focus on accuracy.
4. To carry out stock taking duties as required on supplied goods or containers and assist in the investigations of shortages / discrepancies.
5. To operate mechanical aids in a responsible manner, carry out safety checks and ensuring that both equipment and working areas are safe, clean and tidy and reporting any deficiencies to the Logistics Management team.
6. To marshal roll cages and tote boxes and / or other material storage/handling equipment
7. To perform general housekeeping duties within working environment ensuring benches/shelving/desks/bins/floors etc are kept clean at all times.
8. To observe a clean, neat and tidy appearance at all times adhering to the Trusts and Departmental Uniform policies.
9. Undertake any other duties, commensurate with the grade as requested by Supervisors/Managers.
About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy
- Driving License held for at least 2 years with no more than 6 penalty points.
Desirable
- Experience using WHM software including Sage / CMM / SAP
Experience
Essential
- Working within a warehouse environment
- Understanding of stock rotation and location items
- Understanding of barcode systems
- Able to prioritise tickets and requisitions to meet input and delivery schedules
- Knowledge of item functionality
Desirable
- Inventory Control
- Pharmacy processes
- Driving up to 3.5t vehicles in a professional capacity
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Reliable
- Punctual
- Motivated
- Good team player
- Evidence of commitment to continual professional development (CPD)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Employer Name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
32-34 Melchett Rd
32 - 34 Melchett Road
Kings Norton
West Midlands
B30 3HY
United Kingdom