Warehouse Operative
Location: UK-based distribution centre
## Role purpose
To efficiently receive, store, pick, pack and ship goods while maintaining accurate inventory and adhering to health and safety regulations.
## Key responsibilities
Receiving & Unloading: Take delivery of shipments, inspect goods for damage, and verify quantities against delivery notes.
Stock Management: Store items in designated locations, conduct regular stock checks, and maintain accurate inventory records.
Picking & Packing: Select products from shelves or racks (often using scanners or voice technology), then pack and label items for dispatch.
Loading: Move outbound shipments securely onto transport vehicles.
Health & Safety: Operate material handling equipment and ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations; use appropriate PPE and report any hazards.
## Requirements
Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment (desirable).
Familiarity with scanners, voice-picking systems, and basic warehouse software.
Ability to lift and move stock safely; capability to operate material handling equipment.
Strong attention to detail, organisational and time-management skills.
Flexible to work shifts, including weekends or evenings if required.
## Skills and qualifications (desirable)
Counterbalance or other forklift licence (where applicable).
Basic knowledge of inventory control and cycle counting.
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
## Benefits (subject to eligibility)
Competitive hourly rate
Opportunities for progression
PPE supplied
Training and development programmes
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