Order Picker

The Best Connection Group Limited; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Chesterfield is seeking an Order Picker/Warehouse Operative to efficiently pick orders and perform various warehouse duties. Responsibilities include operating shunting wagons and adhering to health and safety regulations within frozen and chilled zones. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence and be physically capable of manual tasks. Competitive hourly rates of £14.47 are offered along with overtime pay.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential for shunting duties.
• Ability to work across different temperature zones is required.
• Willingness to work Sunday and weekday shifts is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick and pack orders using warehouse systems.
• Load and unload vehicles according to safety guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Ability to work in cold environments

Manual handling capability

Basic literacy skills

Job description

Job Role:

Order Picker/Warehouse Operative

Location:

Chesterfield (S44), Derbyshire

Reports To:

Warehouse Supervisor / Shift

Working Hours:

17:30 - 01:30 (Sunday start + 4 weekdays)

Pay:

£14.47/hour (standard), £21.70/hour (overtime 40+ hrs/week)

Purpose of the role

To efficiently and accurately pick orders and perform warehouse duties across frozen, chilled, and ambient storage areas. Operate shunting wagon for moving trailers within the yard, ensuring compliance with health & safety, food hygiene, and operational procedures.

Employee Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and timely using warehouse systems.
• Work across frozen, chilled, and ambient temperature zones.
• Load and unload vehicles following safety guidelines.
• Operate shunting wagon for trailer movement within company premises.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the warehouse.
• Follow all relevant health & safety and food hygiene policies.
• Complete all required documentation accurately.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational targets.

Essential Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence (required for shunting duties).
• Ability to work in cold and varying temperature environments.
• Willingness and availability to work Sunday starts and weekdays shifts.
• Physically capable of manual handling and warehouse tasks.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior warehouse or order picking experience.
• Experience operating yard vehicles or shunting wagons.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Working Conditions

• Shift pattern: 17:30 - 01:30, Sunday start followed by 4 weekday shifts.
• Paid 30-minute break each shift, with additional rest breaks provided.
• Work across multiple temperature zones (ambient, chilled, frozen).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Safety boots and high visibility clothing (mandatory).
• Freezer clothing supplied for cold storage areas.

Additional Information

• Role may be subject to change based on business needs.
• Adherence to all company policies, including health & safety and equal opportunities, is required.