Nightshift Operations Assistant

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services leader dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We bring together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. 

Come and join our friendly Operations Team in Dumfries. Where everyone is welcome, and the culture is warm and welcoming! We have open position available on our Nightshift Team, this is a full time opportunity.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Wednesday - 11.00pm - 7.30am

• Thursday - 11.00pm - 3.00am

• Sunday - 9.00pm - 7.30am

More about the role:

As an Operations Assistant at Covetrus you have the opportunity to become multiskilled in a variety of different departments. The position of Operations Assistant covers all jobs and work in the warehouse relating to the receipt, locating, replenishing, counting, picking, checking, packing and dispatch of goods and setting up of new products.  The accurate and timely processing of customer sales orders and returns.  Investigating any variances where necessary.  As such you might be asked to work in any part of our different operations departments and duties could include the below:

Inventory Control

• Complete stock counts each day and also complete internal investigation process, with regards to stock discrepancies.

• Potentially use of manual handling equipment.

Relevant to all departments

• Manual handling – work within warehouse environment lifting, moving, carrying and transporting pallets/boxes of goods using pallet trucks. Work at height on the internal equipment we have (i.e. high order pickers, wave machines). 

• To maintain the highest standards of Housekeeping by adhering to cleaning plans. 

• To fully comply with all Health and Safety requirements and instruction given. 

• Select goods for customer sales orders from their designated 'Fixed' stock locations. Securely pack sales orders in appropriate transit packaging & attach the customer's address label.

• Quality Assistance checks on picked orders.

About You

• Great communication skills.

• The ability to work on your own as well as part of a team.

• Experience working within a warehouse environment and the normal processes involved within this would be desirable.

• Good attention to detail and have the ability to count stock.

• Full driving licence advantageous.

• Education - Basic literacy and numeracy are essential for covering the core duties of the role.

• Specialised Knowledge and Skills:​ Basic level of computer literacy.

Our Benefits

• Covetrus Benefits Hub – As a Covetrus employee, you have access to thousands of retail discounts​

• Life Insurance – You can choose your beneficiaries​

• Company Pension Scheme – Covetrus contribution to all employees is 5%​

• Cycle To Work Scheme – Enjoy tax free cycling! Save up to 42% on a fantastic range of bikes, plus a huge choice of clothing and accessories​

• Employee Assistance Program – This is a completely free and confidential service that provides support to our Covetrus employees.  It can also provide support to partners and dependents over the age of 16 with family or relationship concerns​

• Birthday Day Off (YAY!) – We believe everyone should be able to celebrate their special day!​

• Eye Care Vouchers – Register for the Covetrus Benefits Hub to download your form

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.