Lorry Driver

OVERALL ROLE OBJECTIVE:

The post holder is responsible for carrying out all material handling, movement by lorry and inventory control activities required within a standard computerised warehouse environment servicing a manufacturing / distribution operation.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The post holder will:

1.     To operate all material handling and control procedures as per SOPs.

2.     To ensure that all activities are carried out in a well organised clean and tidy manner always satisfying GMP.

3.     The movement of material transported into the warehouse. The movement and storage of this material to the appropriate areas.

4.     The accurate and correct issue, receipt, and delivery of material to and from production, in line with their requirements and procedures.

5.     All stock is transported correctly and properly protected against damage or deterioration. All stock must be located properly within locations.

6.     The accurate maintenance of all the relevant paperwork and records employed throughout the transport operation.

7.     To ensure that all Tachograph transactions for which the driver has responsibility for completing are carried out in a timely and accurate manner.

8.     The competent use of material handling equipment. Where formal training is required for the operation of such equipment this will be provided by the Company.

9.     To ensure that the vehicles are maintained to the highest possible standard of housekeeping.

10.  The competent use and pre-shift checks of the Stores lorry and Van.

11.  Abide with European Union (EU) rules on drivers' hours and working time

QUALIFICATIONS

CE Class Driving Licence (Class 1)

EXPERIENCE

General Transport Experience

KEY SKILLS

Effective written and oral communications skills.

Ability to complete documentation to a high standard.

Ability to form good working relationships with team members and superiors.

Ability to accept additional responsibility

Ability to work overtime and shift work.

Proven capability to work on own initiative.

Willingness to undertake additional duties as designated by superiors.