Warehouse Operative

Harwin; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Life Cover 3x salary

Company bonus scheme

Job summary

Harwin in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative to ensure orders are picked, packed, and processed accurately while supporting daily warehouse operations. The role requires attention to detail, good organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team in a manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will undergo DBS and employment/reference checks, plus verification of employment gaps before working in a secure aviation area.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a warehouse or similar environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using computers and warehouse systems (ERP/WMS experience advantageous).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pick customer orders using the Warehouse Management System.
• Pack goods in line with customer requirements and packing instructions.
• Support inventory control through stock checks and perpetual inventory activities.
• Put away stock safely and accurately as required.
• Work towards departmental targets and performance objectives.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality, and housekeeping.
• Support the wider warehouse team with additional duties as required.
• Contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of warehouse processes.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

ERP/WMS experience

Tools

ERP/WMS system

Job description

Salary: £27,555 per annum

Location: Portsmouth

Hours: 39 Hours/week

Are you an experienced Warehouse Operative looking for your next career move?

Do you want to work for a manufacturing company specialising in the innovative design and production of electrical / electronic components?

We are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative who is responsible for ensuring customer orders are picked, packed, and processed accurately while supporting the efficient day-to-day operation of the warehouse.

Role

You will play a key role in supporting warehouse operations, ensuring customers receive their orders accurately and on time while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency:

• Accurately pick customer orders using the Warehouse Management System
• Pack goods in line with customer requirements and packing instructions
• Support inventory control through stock checks and perpetual inventory activities
• Put away stock safely and accurately as required
• Work towards departmental targets and performance objectives
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality, and housekeeping
• Support the wider warehouse team with additional duties as required
• Contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of warehouse processes

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will be organised, reliable, and committed to delivering excellent service:

• Experience working within a warehouse or similar environment
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using computers and warehouse systems (ERP/WMS experience advantageous)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence desirable
• Additional Information:** This is a physically active role requiring standing, walking, and moving around the warehouse throughout the working day.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check, employment and reference checks, verification of employment gaps of 28 days or longer, and training/testing to work within a secure aviation area

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary of £27,555 per annum
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public hols
• Additional 3 days off over the festive period
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension scheme
• Life Cover 3x salary
• Company bonus scheme