Warehouse Operative

Lakeland Dairies Co; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative with shunting responsibilities in Newtownards. You will handle hands-on warehouse tasks—picking, loading, stock control—and move vehicles and trailers onsite, supporting inbound and outbound flows in a fast-paced dairy environment.

You will ensure dairy hygiene, traceability, and safety compliance while working closely with Production, Engineering and Logistics teams.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in stock control.

Responsibilities

• Pick, load and store products with hygiene and traceability in mind.
• Perform stock checks, cycle counts and inventory reconciliations.
• Move vehicles and trailers onsite safely (shunting duties).
• Maintain batch traceability and required documentation.
• Uphold site hygiene, allergen controls and safe-working practices.
• Coordinate with Production to manage material flows and dispatch finished goods.
• Identify issues and contribute to process improvements and KPI performance.
• Operate scanning devices and warehouse systems; use forklifts and pallet trucks.

Skills

Driving licence

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet trucks

Scanners

Warehouse systems

Automated equipment

Job description

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Warehouse Operative with Shunting responsibilities

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.

Be part of a team that keeps our global dairy supply chain moving.

Join our high-performing warehouse team in Newtownards, where you’ll play a hands-on role in the safe, efficient, and accurate movement of dairy products across a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment. This multifunctional position combines core warehouse operations—picking, loading, stock control, and goods movement—with onsite vehicle and trailer shunting.

You’ll be a key link between Production, Engineering, and Logistics, ensuring every pallet, product, and process meets the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and traceability.

Your Impact:

• Warehouse Operations— Pick, load, and store products with precision, ensuring full compliance with dairy hygiene and food-safety standards.
• Stock Accuracy— Complete stock checks, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations to maintain real-time accuracy across multiple storage zones.
• Shunting Duties— Safely move vehicles and trailers onsite (1 in 3 weeks), supporting smooth inbound and outbound flows.
• Quality & Traceability— Maintain meticulous records, batch traceability, and documentation to meet strict dairy compliance requirements.
• Hygiene & Safety— Uphold site hygiene, allergen controls, and safe-working practices across all warehouse areas.
• Logistics Coordination— Work closely with Production to manage material flows, WIP movement, and timely dispatch of finished goods.
• Continuous Improvement— Identify issues, support root-cause analysis, and contribute to process improvements and KPI performance.
• Tech & Equipment— Operate scanners, warehouse systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and automated equipment with confidence (training provided).
• Team Collaboration— Partner with Production, Engineering, and external security/operational centres to maintain high site standards.
• Warehouse Experience— Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment is essential.
• Physical Agility— Comfortable with bending, reaching, and lifting items up to 15kg.
• Driving Credentials— A full UK valid driving licence is essential. A Class 1 licence and shunting experience are ideal, but full training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Communication Skills— Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility— Willingness to support a variety of shift patterns in a 24/7 operation.
• Attention to Detail— A methodical approach to documentation, stock accuracy, and compliance.

Application Process:

To apply for this role, please complete our online application process by no later than Monday 10th August 2026.

Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at [e-mail]

We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our customers and stakeholders.

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