Overview
Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our timehonoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland's most exciting retail stores, with a host of awardwinning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.
Role Purpose
A food warehouse operative job involves receiving, storing, and dispatching food products, ensuring food safety standards, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment, often requiring the use of warehouse equipment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Receiving and Storing
* Unloading and checking incoming food shipments for accuracy and damage.
* Storing food products in designated areas, following FIFO (First In, First Out) principles and temperature requirements.
* Maintaining accurate inventory records and using warehouse management systems (WMS).
Order Fulfillment
* Picking and packing orders for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
* Loading goods onto trucks for shipping.
* Preparing and organizing shipments for delivery.
Warehouse Maintenance
* Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
* Cleaning equipment and warehouse areas.
* Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
Equipment Operation
* Operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor belts.
* Following safety procedures when operating equipment.
Other Duties
* Assisting with inventory counts and audits.
* Participating in team meetings and training sessions.
* Following all company policies and procedures.
Food Safety
* Maintaining a clean and hygienic work area.
* Following all food safety procedures, including HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points).
* Ensuring that food products are stored and handled according to food safety regulations.
Key Requirements
* Forklift Licence.
* Experienced within a warehouse operation.
* Ability to work under own initiative.
* Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication.
* Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible in their approach to their contribution.
* Committed to continuous personal development.
* Well organised individual with strong time management skills.
* Ability to work in a fastpaced environment to meet deadlines.
Why work with us?
We"re always on the lookout for likeminded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:
* Pension Scheme
* Professional Development
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee Share Purchase Plan
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Family Friendly Policies
* Life Assurance Benefit
* Cycle To Work Scheme
* Health & Wellness Programmes
This is a fulltime role, based in Bray, Co Wicklow.
Full time, Morning Shift (7am 4pm), Monday to Friday.
Job type: Permanent / Fulltime
Salary: Competitive Salary
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