Warehouse Operative

Avoca are currently recruiting for Warehouse Operative on a permanent basis. This role is based in our Avoca Central Bakery & Kitchen, Bray, Co Wicklow.

Avoca operates in 14 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.

Role Purpose:

A warehouse operative job involves receiving, storing, and dispatching food products, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment, often requiring the use of warehouse equipment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Receiving and Storing:
• Unloading and checking incoming food shipments for accuracy and damage. 
• Storing food products in designated areas, following FIFO (First In, First Out) principles and temperature requirements. 
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and using warehouse management systems (WMS). 

Order Fulfillment:

• Picking and packing orders for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. 
• Loading goods onto trucks for shipping. 
• Preparing and organizing shipments for delivery. 

Warehouse Maintenance:

• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment. 
• Cleaning equipment and warehouse areas. 
• Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards. 

Equipment Operation:

• Operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor belts. 
• Following safety procedures when operating equipment. 

Other Duties:

• Assisting with inventory counts and audits. 
• Participating in team meetings and training sessions. 
• Following all company policies and procedures. 

Food Safety:

• Maintaining a clean and hygienic work area. 
• Following all food safety procedures, including HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points). 
• Ensuring that food products are stored and handled according to food safety regulations. 

Key Requirements

· Forklift Licence.

· Experienced within a warehouse operation.

· Ability to work under own initiative

· Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication

· Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible in their approach to their contribution

· Committed to continuous personal development

· Well organised individual with strong time management skills

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines

Why work with us?

We're always on the lookout for like-minded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:

· Pension Scheme

· Professional Development

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Employee Share Purchase Plan

· Employee Referral Bonus

· Family Friendly Policies

· Life Assurance Benefit

· Cycle To Work Scheme

· Health & Wellness Programmes

This is a Full time role, 7 am - 4 pm shift, Monday to Friday. Shift hours and pay rate will be discussed during the interview.

Competitive Salary

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