Warehouse General Operative - Evening Shift - Cork at Sysco

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Logistics, WarehousingIndustries

Requirements

  • Previous Warehouse experience desirable, full 2–4-week induction and training programme provided
  • Availability for 5 over 7 days working week (weekends included), ability to work different shift patterns and overtime when required
  • A team player with the ability to work to deadlines in the fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the business, as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations
  • High level of productivity and accuracy with a safety conscious mindset
  • No public transport available to/from depot – own transport advisable

Responsibilities

  • Hand Selection of orders within multi-temperature environments (Ambient, Cooler and Freezer chambers)
  • Meet or exceed minimum efficiency and accuracy levels
  • Follow Health & Safety, Food Safety, Hygiene and Operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies
  • Follow Manual Handling, Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and any other, role relevant, training (full training will be provided)
  • Maintain and safely operate all assigned equipment, including but not limited to mechanical handling equipment, arm mounted terminal
  • Perform any other general warehousing duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Order SelectionMulti-Temperature HandlingManual HandlingMaterial Handling EquipmentHealth & SafetyFood SafetyHygieneSOP ComplianceArm Mounted TerminalMechanical Handling Equipment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Warehouse General Operative role?

The starting rate is €13.93 per hour plus shift allowances, increasing to €14+ after 12 months.

What shift and work schedule is required for this position?

This is an evening shift role requiring availability for a 5 over 7 days working week including weekends, with ability to work different shift patterns and overtime when required. Own transport is advisable as no public transport is available to/from the depot in Cork.

What skills or experience are required for this warehouse role?

Previous warehouse experience is desirable but not essential, with full training provided. Candidates need to be team players able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively, maintain high productivity and accuracy, and have a safety conscious mindset.

What is the company culture like at Sysco?

Sysco has the best team in the industry, passionate about food and dedicated to customer service, growth, and support of the foodservice industry.

What benefits are offered in this role?

Benefits include a wellness day, service days, discounted staff sales, EAP, and expert training & development.

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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