Warehouse Operative with experience in Packaging Hazardous Goods, based Leeds 15

Farnell Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Our team in Leeds are currently recruiting a Warehouse Operative to join our team performing a variety of distribution centre activities within our Hazardous store. This is a full time permanent role, based in our recently built Distribution Centre at Logic Industrial Park, Leeds 15. Our team provides high quality, cost effective, and efficient service to meet current and future demands and as such we are looking for someone with previous experience and qualified in packing dangerous goods by land, sea and air in accordance with; ADR, IATA and IMDG. Our tea carry out a variety of distribution centre activities related to one or more of the following processes: packing, shipping, receiving, order fulfilment, stock handling, storing, distribution and inventory support. Why Join Our Team: In addition to having competitive salary and being part of a team striving to be the best, we offer a number of benefits including but not limited to:

• 25 days annual leave (with the ability to purchase additional holidays)
• Life Cover and Income Protection
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Subsidised Canteen
• Long Service Awards
• Company Sick Pay
• Recommend a Friend
• Staff Discount
• Online Shopping Portal – Reward Hub
• Employee Assistance Program
• Give as You Earn Scheme
• Ongoing Training and Development - we are an Apprenticeship Levy Employer and open to discussing ongoing development

We are looking for someone who:

• An individual with previous experience and qualified in packing dangerous goods by land, sea and air in accordance with; ADR, IATA and IMDG.
• A team player able to apply knowledge of the organization, job, practices and procedures to be proficient in all aspects of job.
• A motivated individual, able to carry out routine activities and recognizes the need for occasional alternative solutions.
• Is able to work independently, with minimal supervision. Able to establish priorities and manage time to complete work.
• An excellent collaborator who is able to work with other departments or teams both internal and externally.
• Someone who is comfortable making decisions which may affect the department and has attention to detail as errors may result in loss of time, resources and/or customer satisfaction.

What will you be doing:

• Fulfilling orders to meeting customer requirements and inspection/testing processes.
• Shipping orders within time commitments and completes all documentation.
• Communicating with lead/supervisor regarding any fulfilment issues or problems.
• Receiving, unpacking, and inspecting incoming materials and product, and verifies against written orders. Returns defective materials.
• Ensuring documentation such as packing lists, shipping labels, and other such documents are complete, accurate and processed appropriately.
• Identifying and investigating and participating in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics.
• Maintaining and updating systems as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Closing Date: Friday 24th February The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – hrnow@avnet.com, Asia applicants - hrnow.asia@avnet.com, EMEA applicants - hrnow.EMEA@avnet.eu. Job Applicant EMEA Imprints