Warehouse Operative

South West Recruitment Ltd; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Permanent Warehouse Operative. The role involves unloading vehicles, stock management, and paperwork. Full training will be provided, and the position offers progression opportunities and free onsite parking. Ideal candidates should have conversational English and a commitment to a long-term career.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Full paid training and induction

Paid breaks

Progression opportunities

PPE provided

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Certificate is desirable, but not essential.
• Reach Certificate is also desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Unload vehicles and supply the factory.
• Offload supplier deliveries.
• Report over and shorts to the manager.
• Book all stock onto the system.
• Ensure the correct pallet labels are applied.
• Apply traceability to the product.
• Fill out all correct paperwork.
• Communicate with relevant departments.

Skills

Conversational English

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Tools

Counterbalance Certificate

Reach Certificate

Job description

Overview

Permanent Warehouse Operative Required for a prominent national food manufacturer in Poole, Dorset. Immediate Starts Available.

Shift and Pay

Rotating shifts Monday to Friday 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am. Pay £13.33 per hour, overtime after 39 hours paid at £19.99 per hour.

Early finish Fridays

• AM Friday 6am-1pm
• PM Friday 1pm-7pm
• Night Friday 7pm-2am

Forklift Training

Full forklift training will be given to an enthusiastic & committed candidate who is looking for a long‑term Warehouse & Logistics career. Valid Counterbalance Certificate (desirable not essential) and Reach Certificate (desirable not essential).

Duties

• Unloading vehicles and supplying the factory
• Offload supplier deliveries
• Report over and shorts to manager
• Book all stock onto the system
• Make sure the correct pallet labels
• Ensure traceability is applied to the product
• Fill out all correct paperwork
• Communicate with relevant department

Key Points

• Free onsite parking
• PPE provided – own safety shoes required
• Full paid training and induction given
• Paid breaks
• Permanent position after 12‑week probationary period (occasionally earlier)
• Lots of progression opportunities
• Conversational English level required
• Pre‑settled status required for non‑UK workers
• Prominent local employer
• Easy access via public transport

If you are interested, please give us a call and ask for Alan or Nikola and apply with an up‑to‑date CV.