Warehouse Operative

Heron Foods; Melton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

10% off at Heron Foods and B&M

Wellbeing support and 24/7 GP access

Long service awards and recognition

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking Warehouse Operatives for our Melton distribution site. You will work 40 hours weekly across five 8-hour shifts, 2pm-10pm, on a two-week rolling rota with every other weekend off.

Duties include picking stock orders with a voice-activated headset and preparing cages for delivery to stores. The role operates in Freezer, Chilled, or Ambient environments with full PPE provided and requires strong time-management to meet KPIs and targets.

Qualifications

• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work to KPIs.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in temperature-controlled environments.
• No experience necessary as full training is provided.
• Desirable: Previous warehouse experience, voice-pick experience, or manual handling experience.

Responsibilities

• Pick and load store orders accurately and efficiently using a voice-pick system.
• Work within Freezer (down to -25°C), Chilled, or Ambient environments with full PPE provided.
• Manage your time effectively to achieve pick targets and performance standards.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy and productivity.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Job description

Our Warehouse Operatives play a vital role in ensuring our stores receive accurate, timely deliveries; helping us provide great value to customers across more than 340 stores, seven days a week.

About the Role

You’ll work 40 hours per week across five 8-hour shifts, 2pm-10pm, on a two-week rolling rota with every other weekend off. Working within our Freezer, Chilled, or Ambient chambers, you’ll pick stock orders using a voice-activated headset and prepare cages ready for delivery to stores.

This is a hands-on, active role where you’ll work to targets and contribute directly to the smooth running of our distribution operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick and load store orders accurately and efficiently using a voice-pick system
• Work within Freezer (down to -25°C), Chilled, or Ambient environments with full PPE provided
• Manage your time effectively to achieve pick targets and performance standards
• Maintain high levels of accuracy and productivity
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment

We’re looking for motivated, reliable Warehouse Operatives to join our team at our Melton distribution site (near North Ferriby) as Warehouse Pickers.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working as part of a high-performing team that keeps our stores stocked all year round. A positive, energetic, "can-do" attitude.

• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work to KPIs
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to work in temperature-controlled environments
• No experience necessary as full training is provided

Desirable: Previous warehouse experience, voice-pick experience, or manual handling experience.

Heron Foods is a well-established value retailer with over 340 stores across England and Wales. As part of the B&M Retail Group, we continue to grow within the convenience and value sector by focusing on great products, excellent service, and supporting the communities we serve.

£12.71 per hour

• Performance Bonus: Earn up to £150 per week based on pick performance
• Attendance Bonus: Earn up to £150 per month
• Overtime: Paid at time and a half
• Potential annual earnings up to £34,986
• Weekly pay
• Subsidised transport to site in partnership with Stagecoach

Additional Benefits

• Generous Leave: 30 days annual leave with additional leave for long service
• Exclusive Discounts: 10% off at Heron Foods and B&M, plus double discount weekends
• Wellbeing Support: Free, confidential assistance for personal and financial concerns, plus 24/7 GP access for you and your family
• Reward & Recognition: Long service awards, work anniversary celebrations, and colleague reward schemes
• Career Development: On-the-job training, eLearning, apprenticeships, and opportunities to progress. We love to promote from within!
• Free tea and coffee, and all PPE provided