Logistics Operator - Devon

Arla Foods Deutschland GmbH; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000

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• You will be given all training and support needed for you to be successful in the position.
• Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• Potential for ongoing opportunities.

Things we’d love to tell you about our Taw Valley site

• Our Taw Valley Creamery was established in 1974 and it has been a significant site for cheese production in the UK, undergoing various developments and expansions over the years to improve its capacity and capabilities in cheese making.
• We process approximately 1.2 million litres of milk daily, producing over 100t of award-winning cheeses each day, such as BOB, Castello Tickler, alongside whey powder.
• Our Taw Valley site is receiving £180 Million investment to create a state-of-the-art cheese & mozzarella production facility, the 2nd largest single investment in Arla Foods UK.

About the job

• The role will be shift-based, working a 4 on 4 off pattern with rotating days and nights.
• As a Logistics Operator, you will complete all cold store functions including order picking, physical inventory, loading and housekeeping duties.
• Loading and unloading of vehicles, operating counterbalance forklift truck and completion of loading/delivery paperwork.
• You will operate and monitor palletiser equipment performance, correct/raise issues before they become problems and perform basic maintenance tasks and fault diagnosis.
• You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment by raising near misses, environmental and risk/safety observations.
• Previous experience of working in a warehousing or cold store environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
• You must be a strong communicator, who is able to prioritise tasks in a timely and organised manner and contribute to regular department meetings.
• Support completion of risk assessments and standard operating procedures.
• Complete mandatory and job-specific training courses so that skills are kept up to date.

Who are you?

• Experience in a similar position preferred, although full training will be given.
• A motivated team player, who can work on their own initiative.
• Previous forklift experience, although novice or refresher training will be booked for the successful candidate.
• Experience using warehouse ERP system (SAP) and Microsoft office programs would be preferred.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene would be preferable, although the appropriate training will be provided.
• You must be a strong communicator, who is able to prioritise tasks in a timely and organised manner and contribute to regular department meetings.

Things We’d Love To Tell You About Arla

• We are a farmer-owned cooperative. That means we are committed to partnering with farmers so they are guaranteed a fair price for their milk.
• We experimented with bio-powered trucks, and built the world’s first ever 100% carbon neutral dairy. All as part of our ongoing commitment to combatting climate change.
• We are the producer of Lurpak, one of the world’s most iconic butter brands.
• We are a Danish business, operating across the UK, Europe, Asia, The Middle East, North America, South America and other regions across the globe.

Application

Please submit applications via the Arla website no later than 16th April 2025. The position offers an exciting and challenging workday with excellent opportunities for development.

We have a purpose for Good

At Arla, we strive to unlock the highest potential in each other while working together to create a sustainable future of dairy. We call it Stronger People Stronger Planet and it is deeply anchored in our organisation and founded on our commitment to respecting human rights, increasing access to healthy dairy nutrition, inspiring good food habits, and improving the environment for future generations. In order to succeed we need to hire people with a sustainable mindset. Could this be you?

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