Warehouse Operative

Wood Innovations; Newry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Warehouse Operatives to join their dynamic team in Newry. This role involves essential functions such as picking, packaging, and transporting stock while adhering to strict safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a valid forklift license and demonstrate a self-motivated, organized approach to their work. With a focus on health and safety, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values reliability and punctuality. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to their mission of delivering quality wooden flooring solutions.

Benefits

28 days holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Health benefit scheme

Workplace bonus scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Complimentary beverages and snacks

Opportunities for professional development

Tech scheme with salary deductions

Qualifications

• Valid forklift license for counterbalance and reach trucks required.
• Must be health & safety conscious and able to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Pick, package, and label orders for dispatch in a busy warehouse.
• Perform quality checks on incoming goods and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Health & Safety Awareness

Self-motivation

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Basic Numeracy and Literacy

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Reach Truck

Job description

Warehouse Operative - Newry

Job Summary

Wood Innovations is a leading importer and distributor of wooden floors. We are seeking experienced Warehouse Operatives to join our team in Newry. The role involves picking orders, receiving, storing, packing, and transporting stock while adhering to the highest safety standards.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to health and safety rules and regulations.
2. Complete daily pre-use forklift checks.
3. Pick, package, and label orders for dispatch.
4. Transport product orders to the dispatch zone.
5. Perform quality checks on incoming goods.
6. Transport and store incoming goods.
7. Maintain general housekeeping.
8. Operate reach truck and counterbalance forklift safely in a busy warehouse environment.

Technical Competencies

Essential:

• Valid forklift license for counterbalance and reach trucks.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Health & Safety conscious.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Friendly, helpful, positive attitude, and flexible team player.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Desirable:

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Customer-focused with attention to accuracy and speed.
• Good record-keeping skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Monday – Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.
• 28 days holidays, including statutory holidays and shutdown periods.
• Option to join a contributory stakeholder pension scheme after three months.
• Option to join the health benefit scheme after six months.
• Workplace bonus scheme.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Staff health and wellbeing program.
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site kitchen facilities with complimentary beverages and snacks.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, including external training.
• Tech scheme with salary deductions and potential NI savings.