Overview
Job description
Vuba is one of the most exciting and fast growing companies in the area, and our journey has only just begun! Established in 2009 by entrepreneur Sean Scott, Vuba operate out of 3 locations across the UK, our head office in Beverley and distribution centre in Birstall, both in Yorkshire. We also operate out of a distribution centre in Bridgwater, South West of England.
We’re proud to be a high-quality British manufacturer and our products are now being used by people all across the world including UK, USA, Australia and Mainland Europe. In 2021 revenue hit £15m and we have a plan to reach £30m in 2024. We are an ambitious, fast-moving team and are becoming famous for being the best at what we do and delivering an awesome customer experience.
We are a brand that customers love and have built an incredibly loyal following on social media with over 700k followers, more than one thousand 5 star Trustpilot reviews – being part of the Vuba team means representing brands you can be proud of. We’re an award-winning business and have been recognised in the national press as a Sunday Times Top 100 Fastest Growing Company and a Financial Times Top 1000 Company in Europe.
We are recruiting for a Warehouse/Production Operative to be based at our distribution centre at The Showground Business Park in Bridgwater. The working hours for the role are Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm and Fridays 8:00am – 3:00pm with occasional overtime as necessary.
As part of the distribution team, you will perform various tasks surrounding the preparation of palletised customer orders for dispatch, as well as assisting with stock counts and receiving goods into the warehouse.
Occasional trade counter operation will require attendance and ability interact with customers / contractors on a face to face basis and to utilise card payment machines for relevant transactions.
This is a fast paced and varied role in a forward thinking and rapidly growing business.
You’ll be a great fit for Vuba because you will have:
Current forklift licence, ideally, Reach and Counterbalance
Previous experience as a dispatch operative or a similar role in a warehouse (preferable)
Ability to lift and transfer heavy loads manually
Knowledge of basic safety rules and precautionary measures (a unique Vuba uniform, safety gear and training will be provided)
Good interpersonal skills ideally with face to face customer interaction
Numeracy and literacy skills
Salary and Benefits:
£25 000 – £27 000 per year
Regular Team Socials, Events and Celebrations
Company Bonus and Incentive Schemes
24 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
Regular Training and Development Opportunities
Career Growth and Progression Opportunities – it’s a fast growing business!
On Site Parking
Opportunities to travel internationally
3PM Finish on Fridays
Foodie Friday – The Company buys lunch once a month
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £26,500.00 per year
Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (preferred)
Forklift Licence (required)
Work Location: In person