Warehouse Lead Operator: Forklift, Pick-to-Order & Coach

Fresca Group; Collier Street; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MediCash Plan - Level 1

Cycle to Work Scheme

Imagination Library

Complimentary Eye Tests / Glasses (For

Season Ticket Loans

Enhanced Occupational Parental Pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Assurance (Salary multiple x1)

6.6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Fresca Group's Fresh Produce Centre in the UK is seeking a Lead Operative to manage a busy warehouse. You will operate reach and counterbalance forklifts and oversee pick-to-order processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

This role demands strong English literacy and numeracy, proven supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement. The 4 on 2 off pattern (45 hours/week) includes a company pension and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating reach and counterbalance forklift trucks.
• Experience in a high-volume 'pick to order' environment.
• Good English literacy and numeracy skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working on own initiative.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities under pressure.
• Experience in supervising or leading a team.
• Positive, professional behavior in difficult situations.
• Willingness to adapt and drive continuous improvement.
• Enthusiastic, self-confident and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a diverse team in a busy picking area.
• Ensure accurate pick-to-order processes to meet deadlines.
• Maintain safety, quality and food safety standards.
• Communicate clearly to staff and coordinate with other shifts.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pick to order

English literacy

Numeracy

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Supervisory/leadership

Adaptability

Team coaching

Tools

SAP

Job description

Fresca Group's Fresh Produce Centre in the UK is seeking a Lead Operative to manage a busy warehouse. You will operate reach and counterbalance forklifts and oversee pick-to-order processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

This role demands strong English literacy and numeracy, proven supervisory experience, and a proactive approach to safety, teamwork and continuous improvement. The 4 on 2 off pattern (45 hours/week) includes a company pension and other benefits.