Goods In Warehouse Operator
Northampton
Salary £29,525 - £31,000
Full-time | 40 hours per week
Rotating shifts:
06:00 – 14:00
10:00 – 18:00 (weekly rotation)
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable and proactive Goods In / Warehouse Operator to join our Operations team in Northampton.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our Goods In function, helping to safely receive, store, and manage raw materials, as well as supporting general warehouse operations.
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, ideal for someone who takes pride in working safely, efficiently, and as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all Goods In activities, ensuring deliveries are received safely and efficiently
* Safely load and unload vehicles, including daily shunts and raw material deliveries
* Accurately book in deliveries and prioritise workload
* Put away raw materials in line with site procedures
* Pick and weigh ingredients for production orders
* Maintain a clean, organised, and safe yard and warehouse environment
* Liaise with drivers and ensure compliance with on-site safety procedures
* Support dispatch operations to ensure orders are processed on time
* Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety, and site compliance standards
* Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the team
* Carry out general warehouse and cleaning duties as required
What We’re Looking For
Essential
* Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) licence
o Expired is acceptable but will need to be ITSSAR or RTITB
o FLT duties are approx 50% FLT 50% warehouse
* Previous experience in a warehouse environment
* Strong communication skills
* Good planning and organisational ability
* Commitment to health and safety standards
Desirable
* Experience in a food manufacturing environment
* Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence
* Basic PC skills
* Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP, COSHH, BRC, ISO 9001)
* Manual handling training
* Level 2 Food Safety qualification
Skills & Behaviours
* We’re looking for someone who:
* Works well as part of a team
* Communicates clearly and effectively
* Takes ownership and shows initiative
* Is organised and able to prioritise tasks
* Demonstrates problem-solving ability
* Is reliable with strong timekeeping
What You’ll Be Responsible For
* Keeping the Goods In yard running smoothly and avoiding congestion
* Ensuring materials are booked in and stored promptly
* Supporting safe and efficient site operations
* Providing a positive experience for visiting drivers and stakeholders
Company Values
* We’re looking for people who share our values:
* Ambitious – always looking to improve
* Collaborative – working together as a team
* Ethical – doing the right thing
Additional Information
* No travel required
* No on-call duties
* Reporting to: Team Leader