Warehouse Operative

IKEA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector seeks Warehouse Operatives for their Birmingham fulfilment team. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing customer orders, ensuring efficient operations, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. Competitive pay and various benefits, including discounts and meal options, are offered to support your daily needs.

Benefits

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance of 4 times your pay

Free healthy meal option

Rewards & discount portal

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to organise workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
• Prepared to initiate tasks independently and participate in group efforts.

Responsibilities

• Checking, scanning, and handing out customers' click and collect orders.
• Manual handling of heavy stock.
• Working with heavy machinery to transport goods safely.

Skills

Motivation

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pump trucks

Job description

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IKEA Birmingham are looking to welcome Warehouse Assistants to join our hard-working fulfilment team.

As our warehouse assistant at IKEA you will be scanning, picking and handing out customer orders at the collection point.


WHAT WE OFFER

• Start Date of employment will be: 28th of June 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.60ph + £2.25ph for any nightshift hours worked between 22.00pm and 6am.
•12, 16 and 20 Hours, working 2/3/4/5 days per week (dependent on contract size) and both weekend days. All our part time contracts will receive every 4th weekend off. Shifts will be between the hours of 4am until 22.30pm.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks
• iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal



..as well so much more! Full Benefit List https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential, all you will need is the motivation to make things happen in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
• Proven experience in utilising technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure you are prepared to initiate tasks on your own initiative and to participate actively in group efforts.
• Compliance with health and safety guidelines necessitates that applicants are 18 years of age or older


WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Checking, scanning and handing out customers click and collect orders. Picking customer orders across the store ready for delivery or click and collect.
• Manual handling of heavy stock.
• Working with or around heavy machinery, such as, Forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
• Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.


WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many


RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Candidates that meet basic requirements for the role will be invited to complete a value based questionnaire. This will take 20 minutes to complete and the purpose is to understand your suitability aligning to the 8 IKEA values.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a recruitment event on the 10th of June.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

IKEA reserves the right to close a job earlier than originally advertised.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Backgrounds checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires:

• Medical questionnaire

For any advice or support, email Recruiter [e-mail] and I will be happy to help!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Retail

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