Chilled Warehouse Operative

Manpower UK Ltd; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency in Tewkesbury is looking for a Warehouse Operative to accurately pick customer orders while maintaining health and hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should possess a positive attitude, excellent attention to detail, and communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay, career development opportunities, and benefits after 12 weeks, including holiday allowance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

22 days' holiday plus bank holiday allowance

Health and well-being support

Cycle to work scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Discounted products

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong attention to detail.
• Prior experience in warehouse or food production preferred, but not essential.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking and stock rotation of customer orders.
• Loading and securing orders on delivery vehicles.
• Complying with food hygiene regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactivity

Job description

Overview

Working as part of the diverse team, this vital role within the distribution chain is the link between production and our haulage team. This is a physical role, working in a temperature-controlled environment, which requires responsibility for accurately picking customer orders, while maintaining health and safety within the workplace. You will work swiftly to facilitate the timely and accurate preparation of customer orders to wholesale buyers and our outlying depots, while maintaining a positive attitude.

Summary

Hours: Minimum of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Saturday. This role requires flexibility, as end times may vary due to production needs.

Main Duties

• Accurate picking and stock rotation of customer orders
• Stock replenishment and maintaining a safe, clean working environment
• Loading and securing orders on delivery vehicles
• Complying with food hygiene regulations

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Prior experience in a warehouse or food production environment is preferred but not essential; candidates who are proactive, accurate, and comfortable working under pressure are welcome to apply. This role offers a great opportunity for growth, with training and development programs provided to build your career in the Warehouse Department.

Important Notes

• This role requires manual handling and adherence to strict hygiene standards.
• Due to food hygiene regulations only one solid wedding band is permitted. No earrings, studs, bracelets, necklaces, makeup, strong smelling deodorants or perfumes are permitted in the production area.
• Reliable transportation to the Tewkesbury site is necessary, as public transport may not align with shift times.

Progression routes

The business is committed to supporting and developing our employees. With a dedicated Learning & Development Coordinator, clear progression pathways, and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications, you are encouraged and supported to grow within the team from day 1.

Additional benefits after 12 weeks

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• 22 days' holiday plus bank holiday allowance; with an additional day after 3 years of service.
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted products and delivery options.
• Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions).
• Health and well-being support through Simply Health