About this role
This placement contributes to the efficient day-to-day operations of the warehouse and supports the work of management and fellow warehouse staff. . The person in this placement will be trained and mentored in a range of duties including, but not limited to: • Pick customer orders for shipment • Ensure orders are accurate and free from damage • Ensure orders are picked in a timely and efficient manner and ready for collection by driver • Pack orders (shrink wrap) and label as required • Report any shortages and breakages • Use of stock control system • Assist with stocktakes if required • Ensure paperwork (as necessary) is completed and signed • Assist with empties • Use of forklift, pallet jack, etc., as required • Efficiently and safely load deliveries onto trucks • Assist with delivering stock to Customers • Ensure paperwork (as necessary) is completed and signed • Record & sign all documents, ie. invoices or delivery notes • Report maintenance issues • Liaise with clients in a friendly and professional manner • Wear correct PPE • Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety • Stack products in a safe and clear manner • Assist a Driver, as required • Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area • Help keep the warehouse neat, clean & tidy • Wear correct PPE • Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety. This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP. The participant will receive formal/informal training and mentoring in the following: Formal Training: • Manual Handling • Health & Safety • Forklift Informal training: • Customer service • Teamwork • Health & safety • Use of warehouse equipment