Night Stock Operative

Kingdom Services Group Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift pay £13.43–£15.16 per hour

Night shift bonus £1.72 per hour

5 days on, 2 days off

Job summary

Kingdom Services Group Ltd is recruiting for reliable Night Shift Stock Team Operatives to join a busy fruit production and packing operation in Chartham, Canterbury. The role supports night shift stock movements to ensure production runs smoothly.

Key duties include distributing stock, receiving and checking items, and maintaining stock records. Night hours start at 19:00 with finish between 04:00 and 06:00; weekend work may be required. Training opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and safety conscious.
• Basic numerical and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Move and distribute stock to production and packing areas.
• Ensure materials and products are available to meet production needs.
• Receive, check and organise stock.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory checks.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Store stock correctly and keep designated areas organised.
• Follow supervisors' instructions and work with production and warehouse teams.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records.
• Follow health and safety, hygiene and food safety procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Report damaged stock or missing items promptly.
• Support the team to meet night shift targets.

Skills

Reliable attitude

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Problem solving

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Night shift flexibility

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Stock management systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for reliable, hardworking and motivated Night Shift Stock Team Operatives to join a busy fruit production and packing operation based in Chartham, Canterbury.

This is a hands-on role supporting the smooth running of night shift operations by ensuring stock is moved, handled and supplied to the correct areas in line with production requirements.

The successful candidates will be organised, safety-conscious and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, helping to maintain accurate stock movements and ensure production runs efficiently throughout the night.

Key Responsibilities

• Move and distribute stock to the correct production and packing areas.
• Ensure materials, packaging and products are available to meet production requirements.
• Receive, check and organise stock as required.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory checks.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Ensure stock is stored correctly and designated areas remain organised.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and work closely with production and warehouse teams.
• Maintain accurate stock movement records where required.
• Follow all health and safety, hygiene and food safety procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Report damaged stock, missing items or other operational issues promptly.
• Support the wider team to ensure night shift targets and deadlines are achieved.

What We're Looking For

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Good attention to detail.
• Basic numerical and communication skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and work to deadlines.
• A proactive approach to work and problem-solving.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, including weekends as required.
• A strong awareness of health and safety and workplace hygiene.

Previous experience in a warehouse, stock control, food production or packing environment would be advantageous, although candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

Experience using stock management systems or handling stock in a fast-paced production environment would be beneficial.

What's on Offer?

• Hourly pay of £13.43–£15.16, depending on experience and competency.
• Additional night shift bonus of £1.72 per hour.
• A shift pattern of 5 days working followed by 2 days off.
• Working Hours: Starting at 7:00 PM, finishing between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM
• Consistent night shift hours.
• Training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to gain experience in stock control and production operations.
• A varied, hands-on role within a busy and supportive team.

If you are dependable, practical and enjoy working as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.