Warehouse Operative

Würth Group; Erith; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Würth UK is looking for a Warehouse Operative to join the team at our Erith warehouse in Kent. The role involves loading/unloading, stock sorting, and accurate stock records, with forklift operation and order picking.

The position is physically active and requires good Maths and English, plus a solid understanding of health and safety practices to meet KPIs. We offer comprehensive training and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Good Maths and English skills, including the ability to read and write fluently.
• This is a physically active role, requiring you to be on your feet for most of the day, regularly use stairs and carry out manual handling activities.
• Knowledge of health and safety in a similar setting are essential.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles.
• Sorting stock for storage.
• Maintaining accurate stock records.
• Operating forklift trucks.
• Picking orders.
• Packaging products.
• Organising transfers.
• Ensuring a clean and safe warehouse environment.
• Adhering to health and safety practices and meeting KPIs.

Skills

Maths

English

Health & safety

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 20 Aug 2026

Description

Warehouse Operative

Location: Erith, Kent

Department: Warehouse

Join Würth UK as a Warehouse Operative at our Head Office in Erith. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to utilise your previous warehouse experience and contribute to our operations.

Würth UK is part of the globally renowned Würth Group, the world market leader in assembly and fastening materials. With over 400 companies in more than 80 countries, we are proud to be one of the largest sales organisations in the UK.

Your main responsibilities will include loading and unloading delivery vehicles, sorting stock for storage, maintaining accurate stock records, operating forklift trucks, picking orders, packaging products, organising transfers, and ensuring a clean and safe warehouse environment. You'll also need to adhere to health and safety practices and meet set KPIs.

To succeed in this role:

• Good Maths and English skills, including the ability to read and write fluently
• This is a physically active role, requiring you to be on your feet for most of the day, regularly use stairs and carry out manual handling activities
• Knowledge of health and safety in a similar setting are essential

We will offer:

• Bank holidays and Christmas-NewYear off
• 23 days holiday (raising up to 28 with Length of Service)
• Pension in line with auto-enrolment
• Comprehensive training, support, and all the tools necessary to build a successful career with Würth

We are committed to fostering inclusion and diversity for the future success of the Würth Group.