Work with us
We believe in hard work and dedication and want to recruit and retain employees who align with our values of Honesty, Communication and Respect.
We are looking for employees who share our values and contribute to building a collaborative, dynamic and customer-centric culture.
We recognise and reward hard work, commitment, and performance through offering a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and a wide range of benefits, please see below.
Employee Benefits
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE BONUS
Cordek recognises hard work throughout the year and rewards staff with a discretionary bonus.
COMPANY PENSION SCHEME
After one years’ service, Cordek contributes 5% of gross salary and arranges a free consultation with a pension advisor.
ANNUAL LEAVE
Employees are entitled to 25 holiday days each calendar year plus bank holidays.
BIRTHDAY LEAVE
Cordek offers a discretionary one day of paid Birthday Leave for each employee.
LIFE ASSURANCE
Cordek offers membership to their Life Assurance scheme which offers employees the opportunity of receiving up to 4 times their annual salary.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME
Employees can speak to a professional advisor on a confidential basis about any concerns that are affecting their health and wellbeing.
CYCLE TO WORK SCHEME
Cordek participates in the government-approved Cycle to Work Scheme, where employees receive 25-39% discount on bikes and accessories.
DISCOUNTED GIFT CARDS
Cordek employees save up to 10% on gift cards across more than 60 retailers (i.e., restaurants, supermarkets, travel and entertainment).
Careers at Cordek
We encourage learning and development and work to support our employees to achieve their goals. Get to know a few of our employees and their individual career paths at Cordek below.
Sarah
Distribution Manager
Sarah started working at Cordek in 2019, joining us as Transport Coordinator for the Operations Department. Prior to coming to Cordek, Sarah worked for a furniture manufacturer; working within the final stage of manufacturing, where she re-organised their fleet operations alongside gaining her qualification as a FORS Practitioner and her CPC.
As Cordek’s Transport Coordinator, Sarah’s role involved route planning for all vehicles, ensuring documentation for VOSA requirements, government legislation and FORS were compliant, and assisting with the vehicle inspections. In 2021, Sarah was promoted to Distribution Manager and has since become solely responsible for managing Cordek’s delivery fleet and Warehouse Team, ensuring that Cordek continues to meet delivery deadlines and customer expectations.
What Sarah says
"Cordek has allowed me to utilise my experience and qualifications along with expanding my knowledge within other areas of the business. I have gained confidence in my field and am supported by a team of colleagues who all work well together"
Alyson
Technical Operative
Alyson joined the Cordek team in 2022 as a Technical Operative – level 1. He has been committed to learning as much as possible through on-the-job training and attending external courses. His most recent course: Steam Plant Fundamentals (D6S), has allowed him to improve his knowledge in how to operate our steam boiler systems safely and efficiently. After demonstrating competence in operating both our injection moulding machines and our steam systems, Alyson has now been promoted to Technical Operative – level 2.
What Alyson says:
“I absolutely love working for Cordek, the Moulding department is the best place I’ve ever worked. My co-workers are friendly and always willing to help. My manager has always supported me by arranging external and internal training to improve my understanding of the machines so I can progress”.
Steve Paine
Manufacturing Technician
Steve joined Cordek in 1987 as a Factory Operative and worked on the production line to manufacture our Cellcore product. Steve has performed several important roles at Cordek, which has enabled him to gain sufficient knowledge and skills across the Company. Having worked in both the Cellcore and Bespoke factories, Steve now performs the role of Manufacturing Technician, where he contributes to the improvement of production efficiency and reliability by working on our capital investment programme, maintenance programme and Lean Manufacturing deployment.
What Steve says:
"Having worked in different roles at Cordek over many years, seeing the changes the company has made to the infrastructure and the roles within the business has enabled it to stand out in its field. My current role of Manufacturing Technician has enabled me to keep pushing to improve the efficiency of production that not only benefits the company, but improves the working structure for the employees. The support from Cordek’s directors to keep looking for innovative technologies means working at Cordek is an exciting place to be.”
Jamie
Production Manager
Jamie joined Cordek as Distribution Manager in 2019. In this role he managed the Transport team and developed several new procedures, helping Cordek to enhance its logistic capabilities. As a result of his success within this position, his hard work, and passion for learning; Jamie has progressed in his career at Cordek and has now taken on the new role of Production Manager. Jamie continues to expand his knowledge and skills, whilst also studying for his Business Management degree.
What Jamie says:
"What I like most about career development at Cordek is the support you’re given. My Line Manager has provided outstanding support, without micromanaging. This has especially been the case whilst I transition into my new role, allowing me to learn from my experiences and grow into my role with confidence.”
Thomas
Driver
Having previously worked for an international airline, operating from one of the UK’s largest airports, where he oversaw the safety and security of the crew and aircraft, Thomas joined Cordek in 2021 to help expand the transport department. Thomas was offered the opportunity to obtain his Level 2 HGV Licence with the support of Cordek. Fast forward a couple of months, and Thomas became a fully qualified HGV driver and an asset to the Transport Team, delivering Cordek products to sites across London and the South-East.
What Thomas says:
"Having Cordek help with my training and studies for my course really made a difference. I was able to gain my qualification in the time I expected, and it was reassuring to have a job waiting for me at the end of it. I really enjoy driving, but what I enjoy most about my job is the variety; each day is different, and I enjoy working with the team at Cordek.”
Vacancies
People are at the heart of Cordek's success, which is why recruiting and developing the best talent is so important to us.
We are currently recruiting for the following position:
HGV Driver - View the full Job Specification here.
If you think you're a good fit for Cordek, please email your CV to hr@cordek.com
