We're expanding our Ecommerce operations and looking for hands-on Operations Assistants to join our warehouse team based on Edinburgh Road, Dumfries.
Shift Patterns Available:
Sunday–Tuesday, 6:30am–6:00pm + every second Saturday
Wednesday–Friday, 6:30am–6:00pm + every second Saturday
💷 Hourly Rate: £13.06
Brief Overview
At Covetrus, we’re dedicated to delivering the highest level of service to our customers – and we’re looking for a motivated Operations Assistant to help keep our warehouse running smoothly.
What you’ll be doing:
• Maintaining cleanliness of facility.
• Keeping the warehouse clean, organised, and safe.
• Picking and packing customer orders with accuracy and care
• Making sure parcels are securely packaged and sent on time to meet delivery deadlines
• Using scanners to locate and process items quickly and efficiently
• Operating machinery (training provided) to reduce manual handling
• Labelling and preparing packages at the consigning desk for smooth shipment
• Ensuring every order is ready for despatch ahead of collection times
You’ll be part of a friendly, hard-working team, but you’ll also have tasks where you can work independently and take ownership. In every part of the role, you’ll be focused on delivering excellent customer service and ensuring orders are right first time.
Key Responsibilities
• Consistently meet company standards for both the quantity and quality of work performed.
• Carry out all tasks in full compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety requirements within a busy, fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to become multiskilled across various departments, supporting operational needs.
• Uphold Company expectations regarding workplace behaviour, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture by supporting colleagues and fostering a collaborative environment.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
• Is hardworking, with a strong sense of commitment to delivering consistent results.
• Demonstrates punctuality and reliability, with a positive attitude and the drive to show up and contribute every day.
• Maintains a steady pace and consistency in their work, even during busy periods.
• Thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment, adapting quickly to changing demands.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Has a keen eye for detail and takes pride in maintaining high standards of performance.
Desirable Skills/Abilities
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Forklift/Bendi Training
• Driver’s license
• Flexibility to do occasion overtime (if/when required)
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Opportunities to develop new skills and grow within the company.
Work for a company that values your contribution and well-being.
Benefits we offer
• 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!
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.
Covetrus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Covetrus and has not been reviewed or approved by Covetrus.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as a notable part of the package, including paid holidays and vacation time, with additional mention of paid sick leave in some cases. Time-off flexibility is also referenced positively via flexible or “unlimited” PTO for certain roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision insurance are presented as core, standard offerings with broad coverage categories. Health insurance is characterized as reasonably solid in coverage even if not positioned as best-in-class.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan is available and is repeatedly paired with mention of a company match structure. The match is framed as present but modest compared with richer market alternatives.
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What We Do
Covetrus specializes in the production and distribution, inventory management, software and prescription management for veterinary care. Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We’re bringing 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. Covetrus is headquartered in Portland, Maine, with more than 5,500 employees, serving over 100,000 customers around the globe.
