Warehouse Operative

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

Job summary

A leading furniture retailer in Bletchley seeks warehouse operatives to join their fulfillment team. This role involves handling goods, preparing customer orders, and managing stock efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have enthusiasm and the ability to organize their workload. Offers include a competitive pay rate of £13.25 per hour and various benefits such as meal options and discounts. Flexible shifts are available.

Benefits

15% IKEA discount

Life assurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Interest-free loans

Free healthy meal options

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and organize workload with attention to detail.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Picking customer orders across the store for delivery or click and collect.
• Replenishment and manual handling of heavy stock.
• Working with heavy machinery to transport goods safely.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Organizational skills

Technical equipment proficiency

Initiative

Tools

Forklift trucks

Pump trucks

Job description

Overview

IKEA Milton Keynes are looking to welcome warehouse operatives to join our hard-working fulfilment team. A warehouse operative handles goods from delivery to shelf, prepares and hands out customer orders, operates equipment safely, and ensures stock is managed efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with flexible shifts.

What we offer

• Start Date of employment: 18th October 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.25 per hour
• 32-hour contracts working 5 days per week, including weekends. Every 4th weekend off. Shifts scheduled between 5am and 10pm
• Flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview
• All interviews will take place on the 1st of October

Full benefit information: 15% IKEA discount and access to the discount portal, life assurance of 4x pay, enhanced pension contributions, interest-free loans, free healthy meal options, salad bar, fruit, and drinks, I Benefits – Rewards & discounts portal, and 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; enthusiasm to thrive in an active workplace
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload with attention to detail
• Experience using technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Ability to take initiative and participate productively in team efforts
• Must be 18 years of age or older (health and safety requirement)

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Picking customer orders across the store for delivery or click and collect
• Replenishment and manual handling of heavy stock
• Working with or around heavy machinery (e.g., forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks) to transport goods safely
• Adhering to all safety protocols and regulations for a secure environment

We care for the people

We value diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, 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 during the interview process. Please attach an updated CV with your application. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks, including a medical questionnaire.

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