Warehouse Operative

James Latham; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 7.5% matched pension

Supportive and friendly team

Free onsite parking

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

James Latham, a leading UK timber and panel distributor, is seeking a Warehouse Operative. The role involves loading lorries for delivery and picking orders, with a focus on protecting products and following safety procedures.

You'll need prior experience loading vehicles and a valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence; manual handling will be part of daily tasks, with mechanical aids available. Timber experience is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience loading vehicles.
• Valid Combilift or Counterbalance licence required.
• Ability to carry out manual handling; mechanical aids available.
• Timber experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Load lorries for delivery and pick orders.
• Ensure products are handled safely and correctly.
• Maintain safety practices on site.

Skills

Loading vehicles experience

Combilift licence

Counterbalance licence

Manual handling

Timber experience

Job description

Exciting new opportunity for a Warehouse Operative!

Are you looking for a secure, Monday-Friday 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:

Rotating Shift - 1 Week - 05:30-14:30 & 1 Week - 13:30-22:30

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• 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