Maintenance Operative Non-Food Sorter

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Maintenance Operative Non-Food Sorter

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<div class="oJobDescription-textContainer oJobDescriptionbottomPadding oJobDescriptionnoDescLeadIn"><div><div><div><h2><u>Summary</u></h2>

</div><div><p><strong>£13.80 up to £14.45 per hour | 40 Hours Contract | Back shift: 14:00pm - 22:30pm | Flexibility to cover between the hours of 06:00 - 22:30 | Working any 5 days out of 7&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Our maintenance team are always on the go, keeping our distribution centre and network of stores running smoothly by looking after our equipment, machinery, fixtures and fittings.</p><p>As a dedicated Sortation Maintenance Operative, you’ll take pride in making sure our Automated Sorter stays in top condition, supporting your team with a can-do attitude, plenty of initiative and a flexible approach to working late shifts, nights, and weekends. It's a busy, dynamic workplace, full of variety and fresh challenges.</p><p>*This position requires the ability to climb ladders, work at height and/or in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods.&nbsp;Complete in-depth training will be provided, with an ideal opportunity to gain experience from the ground up with this exciting new material handling equipment</p></div></div><div><div><h2><u>What you'll do</u></h2>

</div><div><ul><li>Maintain the daily operation of an Automated Sortation system in the distribution centre.</li><li>Ensure that all equipment is operating at optimal levels and identify areas for improvement.</li><li>Work with the Assistant Team Manager to develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the continued functionality of the automated systems.</li><li>Communicate regularly with other departments in the distribution centre to ensure that all automation systems are integrated and working effectively.</li><li>Troubleshoot and repair minor electromechanical issues and computer-based adjustments with the relevant training.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, repairs, and changes to the sortation system.</li><li>Run daily, weekly, and monthly reports working with the Assistant Team Manager towards achieving department’s targets</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2><u>What you'll need</u></h2>

</div><div><ul><li>Experience in a maintenance or technical role, preferably in a distribution centre or warehouse environment is essential.</li><li>Experience with automated systems, including conveyors, sorters, and other material handling equipment is desired.</li><li>SAP EWM knowledge is desired but not mandatory</li><li>Analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and take initiative to identify and solve problems.</li><li>Relevant maintenance related qualifications and experience</li><li>Confidence working with mechanical equipment (PPT’s, LLOP’s and FLT’s)</li><li>Ability to work with hand tools and specialist lifting equipment</li><li>Motivation, positivity and initiative</li><li>A flair for multi-tasking to prioritise conflicting deadlines</li><li>An eye for detail in a busy working environment</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2><u>What you'll receive</u></h2>

</div><div><p>You'll be well rewarded as a key player in the Lidl team. As well as becoming part of a strong, fast-growing business, you'll get great training and real opportunities to build your career. On top of your competitive hourly rate, you'll enjoy 30-35 days' holiday and a pension. We'll also give you discounts on all Lidl products and on a range of holidays, days out, cinema tickets and more.&nbsp;</p><p>We’re proud to have a culture and salary structure that promotes both the equality of opportunity, and pay. &nbsp;</p><p><b><em>Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.</em></b></p><p><b>Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</b></p></div></div></div></div>

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Maintenance Operative Non-Food Sorter

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