Warehouse Operative

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join their team in Bristol. The role involves picking and processing products, loading vehicles, and maintaining a clean work environment in a cold warehouse. Candidates should have a good level of English and Maths, attention to detail, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 4-on-4-off pattern. Benefits include competitive pay, annual leave, and additional rewards.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

£500 refer-a-friend bonus

Award-winning pension scheme

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• Good level of English and Maths.
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Picking and processing finished products for customer orders.
• Loading orders onto vehicles for delivery.
• Maintaining a clean and organized Despatch area.

Skills

Good level of English and Maths

Attention to detail

Ability to adapt to change

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Warehouse Operative - Cold Environment

Location: Bristol

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off

Shifts: 6:00am-6:00pm (Days) or 6:00pm-6:00am (Nights)

Salary: Days £12.90 per hour | Nights £13.90 per hour (plus overtime outside normal shift pattern)

Contracted Hours: 40.25 hours per week

Environment: Cold (chilled warehouse)

Includes some weekend work

Overview

We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK, supplying all major supermarkets. At our Bristol site, we're the UK's top producer of chilled sauces and soups—supplying over 37% of the UK's chilled sauces and 20% of chilled soups to Sainsbury's and Asda.

What You'll Be Doing

• Picking and processing finished products for customer orders.
• Loading orders onto vehicles for delivery.
• Maintaining a clean and organized Despatch area, including stock rotation.
• Logging product shortages and reporting to management.
• Working in a cold environment and meeting time-sensitive deadlines.
• Wearing PPE at all times and following Health & Safety guidelines.

What We're Looking For

• Good level of English and Maths.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 4-on-4-off pattern.
• Previous experience in a similar role (food manufacturing preferred but not essential).
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to adapt to change and work as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene (training provided).
• Forklift license preferred but not essential.

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive pay rates.
• 20 days annual leave.
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus.
• Access to Greencore's employee rewards and benefits scheme.
• Award-winning pension scheme (up to 8% company contribution).
• Life assurance, Sharesave scheme, and long-service bonus.
• Discounts on products and deals for you and your family.
• Continued investment in your personal development.
• Free products in fully stocked kitchens.
• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential helpline and on-site Mental Health First Aiders