Night Despatch Operator – Frozen Goods Warehouse

Pilgrim's Europe; Grantham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe in Grantham is seeking a Despatch Operative to join our warehouse team. This role is based on a Monday to Friday night shift from 22:00 to 06:00, with duties including unloading inbound vehicles, loading outbound schedules, and maintaining stock accuracy.

You will work in a chilled environment, follow food safety policies, operate pallet trucks where authorised, and help keep paperwork up to date while upholding high housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience in chilled or frozen environments is desirable.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced operation.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to lift and move products safely.
• MHE licence (Shunter, Reach Truck, or PPT) desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound fresh and frozen vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Load outbound vehicles accurately in line with dispatch schedules.
• Move stock within the warehouse and freezer using pallet trucks or Reach Truck where authorised.
• Carry out picking, put-away, replenishment, and stock rotation activities.
• Ensure products are stored correctly and maintained at the required temperatures.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and system transactions accurately.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within warehouse and freezer areas.
• Adhere to all food safety, health & safety, and company policies.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Cold environment

Attention to detail

Safe lifting

MHE licence desirable

Job description

Pilgrim's Europe in Grantham is seeking a Despatch Operative to join our warehouse team. This role is based on a Monday to Friday night shift from 22:00 to 06:00, with duties including unloading inbound vehicles, loading outbound schedules, and maintaining stock accuracy.

You will work in a chilled environment, follow food safety policies, operate pallet trucks where authorised, and help keep paperwork up to date while upholding high housekeeping standards.