Warehouse Operative Nights - Fresh Foods - Wolverhampton
Sunday – Thursday
6pm-2am (6pm-4am Extended Hours)
Warehouse Experience
V10 VNA Experience
Manual Handling
Able to pass a D&A Test
We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to join our busy team at our BRC-accredited production and storage facility at Hilton Cross, Featherstone.
In return, you will receive an excellent employment package. These are permanent 40-hour-per-week positions and overtime is readily available. All PPE and equipment will be provided.
The purpose of this role is ensuring that general warehouse tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively
At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career.
Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do, driving our passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences.
SPAR is the world’s largest international food retail chain, encompassing more than 13,800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2,600 stores and a turnover in excess of £3 billion, SPAR is also the UK’s leading convenience store group. Being a ‘symbol’ group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.
Key Accountabilities
1. Adherence to stock rotational procedures at all times
2. The accurate assembly / marking up of customer orders
3. Adherence to safe operating practices in accordance with food safety systems in order to prevent contamination / spoilage of product
4. Accurate completion/recording of all critical control points at all stages of the HACCP system
5. Control of unauthorised personnel within the department
6. Maintaining the highest level of general cleanliness in accordance with departmental cleaning schedules
7. Ensuring that all equipment, fixtures and fittings are maintained in good working order and are used in the approved manner.
8. Any other duties as requested by line management
What's in it for you?
Excellent benefits package including:
9. Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
10. Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
11. Outstanding Training & Development
12. Gain hands-on experience in a high volume, fast paced convenience store
13. Generous staff discount in all our SPAR stores (excl. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
14. Proactive promotion of internal candidates
15. Paid Breaks
16. Free Tea & Coffee
17. Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
18. 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal
19. Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
20. Company Pension Scheme
21. NEST pension scheme
22. Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
23. Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme
24. Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme
25. Long Service Awards
Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.