Warehouse Operative

James Latham; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

James Latham, one of the UK's largest independent distributors of timber and panels, is hiring a Warehouse Operative for a secure Night Shift role. Enjoy a supportive team environment, competitive pay, and clear progression opportunities in this entry-level position, with comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

Night Shift allowance

Up to 7.5% matched pension

Free onsite parking

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience loading vehicles required.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Timber experience considered a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Load lorries for delivery and pick orders carefully.
• Follow safety practices while managing goods.
• Work onsite five days a week.

Skills

Loading vehicles

Manual handling

Education

Valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence

Job description

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Exciting new opportunity for a Warehouse Operative!

Are you looking for a secure, Sunday-Thursday role with great benefits? This could be the perfect fit for you!

Join James Latham, one of the UK’s largest independent distributors of timber, panels, and decorative surfaces. With a proud heritage dating back to 1757, we’re a family-owned business that credits our success to the dedication of our people. In fact, 86% of our team say they would recommend James Latham as a great place to work!

Location:

Night Shift: 21:30-0600

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Night Shift allowance
• Up to 7.5% matched pension
• Supportive and friendly team
• Free onsite parking
• Clear progression opportunities - we love to promote from within!
• And many more…
  
  

This role involves loading lorries for delivery, picking orders, whilst taking care to look after products and follow safety practices.

Our ideal warehouse operative has:

• Previous experience loading vehicles
• A valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence
• The ability to carry out manual handling when picking orders, with mechanical equipment available to assist where possible.
• Timber experience is a bonus!
  
  

Don’t worry if you don’t quite meet every requirement - full training is provided, and we welcome motivated, enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn.

Our Warehouse Operatives need to be on-site five days a week, so please make sure you’re within a reasonable commuting distance to our depot, before applying.

James Latham - the natural choice

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Building Materials

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