Material Handler II (CSTGl-1531377) Pollokshields, Scotland

Salary: GBP13.86 - GBP13.86 per hour
  • Material Handler II Location: Glasgow (Onsite)

  • Duration: 6-month contract (ASAP start date) Pay Rate: £13.86 per hour (AWD/AWR Salary Equivalent: £27,027) Schedule: Full-time, 37.50 hours per week Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 - 16:00 (Overtime available; no shift allowance)

Position Objective We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to work in a team-based environment performing material handling duties within a busy warehouse. You will be responsible for picking and packing customer orders to meet tight deadlines, ensuring all orders are shipped accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform warehouse duties in strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

  • Safely operate essential warehouse equipment, specifically Counterbalance and Reach trucks.

  • Use in-house software packages and PC skills for the daily picking, packing, and shipping of orders.

  • Maintain accurate regulatory records and perform necessary in-process checks to ensure quality and compliance.

  • Fully engage with continuous improvement methodologies, including PPI and 5S programs.

  • Ensure housekeeping standards are consistently met and maintain mechanical equipment efficiently.

  • Work collaboratively, communicating effectively with team members, other departments, and your direct supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum 1 year of work experience in distribution, warehousing, supply chain, or a related field.

  • Education: Secondary school education required.

  • Licenses: Valid licenses required for Counterbalance and Reach trucks.

  • Skills: Must be computer literate, possess good written and spoken English, and demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Preferred: Experience operating powered industrial trucks such as order pickers and forklifts is highly preferred.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Must be comfortable working in a cold room (+4°C) and freezer (-20°C) for extended periods.

  • Role requires work of a highly repetitive nature, including walking, standing, reaching, and lifting objects up to 25KG.