Forklift Warehouse Assistant

Ikea; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishing retailer is seeking a Forklift Warehouse Assistant for their Fulfilment team in Exeter. This role is crucial for ensuring the store is ready for customers. Applicants must have forklift and warehouse experience, and be proactive, energetic team players. The position offers £13.50 per hour, nightshift allowances, and various employee benefits including a discount portal and life assurance.

Benefits

15% co-worker discount

Free hot meals every shift

Enhanced pension contributions

Free parking

Holiday on Christmas Day

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Forklift experience and warehouse experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the early morning fill for a smooth shopping experience.
• Merchandise the shop floor and prepare for store opening.
• Ensure accurate stock availability using internal systems.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Load and unload deliveries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Team player and problem solver

Forklift operation

Job description

Overview

We are looking to welcome Forklift Warehouse Assistant to join our Fulfilment team in Exeter. You are a key part of making sure the store is ready before our guests begin to shop. Due to Health & Safety regulations, applicants must be 18 years and older.

What we offer

• £13.50 per hour inclusive of forklift allowance
• Nightshift allowance of £2.25 during the hours of 10pm to 6am
• 39 hours weekly, working 5 days out of 7 and alternative weekends
• Working hours between 10pm – 10am
• Living Wage Foundation Employer

Interviews will be held between 26 June – 2 July. Expected starting date: 13 July.

Benefits

• 15% co-worker discount & I-Benefits discount portal
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal
• X3 Life Assurance, enhanced pension contributions & interest-free loans
• Holiday on Christmas Day
• Family-friendly policies & benefits
• Free parking and free hot or cold meal option every shift
• Free hot food for all team including nightshift and early morning co-workers

What you’ll need to have

You care about making a positive impact in the world. We are looking for proactive and energetic individuals who are comfortable in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. You should have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and enable a successful shopping experience by ensuring products are in the right place at the right time. Togetherness is a core value in IKEA culture; candidates should be natural team players and problem solvers, especially in our logistics department. Forklift experience and warehouse experience are essential.

What you’ll be doing day to day

• As part of the Fulfilment team, contribute to the early morning fill to ensure a smooth customer shopping experience
• Merchandise the shop floor and prepare for store opening
• Work with internal systems to ensure accurate and full stock availability at all times
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself, co-workers, and customers
• Utilise good IT skills and maintain a customer service mindset
• Display a passion for home furnishing and a willingness to grow within IKEA and help develop others
• Responsible for loading and unloading deliveries

We care for the people

We welcome candidates from all walks of life and value diversity of thought, background, and culture.