Warehouse Operative

ForFarmers Group; Carmarthen; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

ForFarmers UK Limited is seeking a Warehouse Operator at Carmarthen mill. You will organise stock, manage raw material intake and work shifts, ideally with a forklift license. Strong organisation and a keen eye for quality are essential.

You will review production loading requirements, check vehicle readiness, and operate the forklift to load totes. The role requires good communication with mill and transport teams and a focus on maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Qualifications

• Forklift license preferred and current.
• Good organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Review current production status against loading requirements.
• Check vehicle compartments and loading procedures.
• Operate FLT to load totes and perform warehouse tasks.
• Take samples of finished product and report deficiencies.
• Ensure loads comply with weight limits and keep areas tidy.
• Collaborate with mill and transport teams.

Skills

Forklift license

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Warehouse Operator will be responsible for ensuring stock is organised and controlled, within the Warehouse at Carmarthen mill. You will also be accountable for the intake of Raw Materials. The successful candidate for this role will be required to work shifts, and preferably have a forklift license. You will have good organisation skills and a keen eye for quality and detail.

Purpose of the Job

• Review current Production status against vehicle loading requirements to determine which products are ready to load. Discuss with the Team Manager any issues regarding bin management, and order of loading. Carry appropriate communication device (radio or mobile phone) so that contact can be made with other personnel at all times.
• Check vehicle compartments are set correctly and locked prior to loading. Check for cross contamination prior to loading and report incidences to Shift Leader.
• Operate FLT to load totes, tote out or any other warehouse work and fill in the appropriate paperwork.
• Take samples of finished product. Report any deficiencies in quality or product shortages to Shift Leader.
• Ensure that vehicles are loaded according to gross and axle weight limits. Sheet up vehicles when moving between out-loading and weighbridge and when loading is completed. Leave cab clean and tidy.
• Contribute to Mill & Transport Team effectiveness through co-operation and good communication with other mill and transport staff.
• Take part in training activities that the Company deems necessary to be either part of the job or an additional requirement.
• Ensure that work areas are kept in a clean and tidy state and that cleaning routines are followed.
• Carry out Risk Assessments prior to commencement of work where appropriate.
• Ensure that the work environment is kept in a clean and tidy state.

Applications

We value diversity in our workplace and welcome enquiries from everyone.

You’ll make a direct impact on creating a more sustainable agricultural sector. It’s all about making an impact: with your knowledge and commitment, you truly help farmers move forward.

At the heart of the agricultural sector

Working at ForFarmers means being right at the center of agriculture. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll feel the connection — we work side by side with our farmers every step of the way.

Fully committed to your growth

ForFarmers offers extensive training opportunities, including personal coaching and tailored development programs. You’ll gain not only theoretical knowledge but also practical experience, with guidance that fits your individual needs.

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