Warehouse Operative
Location: Kettering
Reporting to: Operations Team Lead
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus
Hours: 42.5 per week
Shift pattern: 5 days per week, 8.5 hours per day, scheduled either Sunday to Thursday or Monday to Friday, between the hours of 7am and 7pm.
About the role:
We are looking for a dynamic Warehouse Operative who will play a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of our new Distribution Centre. Working as part of a high-performing team, the role ensures the accurate picking, packing, storage, and movement of pharmaceutical products in line with company procedures, regulatory standards, and safety requirements.
The Warehouse Operative will contribute to the success of the site from the ground up - helping to establish best practices, maintain an organised and efficient workspace, and ensure seamless support for pharmacy services across the business.
About Healthxchange:
Founded in 2000, Healthxchange is the leading supplier of medical aesthetic products and services to professionals across the UK & Ireland. Healthxchange proudly partner with award-winning brands including Obagi Medical, Medik8, and Jane Iredale to strategically commercialise their products in market. We currently supply over 9,000 clinics with a full range of products (Skincare, Injectables, Energy-based devices) and services (software & education) to support their 360 business needs. The company offers a dynamic environment for innovation and growth in the medical aesthetic space.
Responsibilities:
* Achieve high levels of accuracy and efficiency in picking and packing sales orders.
* Ensure that orders are correctly labelled to prevent returns and maintain GDPR compliance.
* Process returned orders in line with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Work with an ERP system to record data accurately.
* Receive and inspect incoming goods for damage or discrepancies.
* Store products using the FEFO (First Expiry, First Out) procedure.
* Maintain accurate inventory records of all goods in the warehouse.
* Replenish pick locations and conduct weekly stock counts.
* Organise and transfer goods, ensuring safe handling, including manual lifting of up to 25kg and operating a forklift for larger units.
* Arrange storage racking to maximise available space and ensure safe storage.
* Keep the warehouse organised and ensure good housekeeping.
* Maintain and clean storage areas to promote an efficient working environment.
Requirements:
* Highly accurate and reliable
* Strong communication skills
* Good numeracy skills and IT literacy
* Physically fit to handle the lifting requirements
* Customer-focused approach
* Ability to meet deadlines and handle work demands
* Team player
* Willingness to work in environments with variable temperatures
* Forklift operations certification
Desirable:
* Experience in using an ERP system
Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 GCSEs (A* to C) passes, including English, Maths, and IT.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Annual performance bonus
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (and increasing with service)
* Staff discount
* Birthday Off Perk
* Staff social events
* Health Assured EAP
Healthxchange is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.