Warehouse Operative

Vero HR; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Warehouse Operative to support operations in Sandbach. You will be responsible for receiving goods, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring safety protocols. Candidates should have warehouse experience and hold a valid BENDI licence. This position offers a salary of £26,353.60 per annum, along with 23 days annual leave and additional benefits like Life Assurance.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse operational environment.
• Ability to lift, bend, carry, and stand for long periods.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming stock to ensure accuracy.
• Accurately label and record stock movements.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Skills

Warehouse operational experience

Strong communication skills

Proactive safety-conscious attitude

Familiarity with warehouse IT systems

Tools

BENDI/Pivot Steer Licence

Counterbalance (CB) Forklift Licence

Job description

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We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a leading UK manufacturer.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative to join the team and support day-to-day warehouse operations, from receiving and inspecting goods to order fulfilment and dispatch. Working closely with the Warehouse Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency throughout the site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect incoming stock, ensuring accuracy and checking for any damage.
• Accurately label and record all stock movements.
• Organise and store inventory based on product groupings.
• Complete order picking tasks in line with SAGE pick sheets.
• Prepare pallets safely and in accordance with customer-specific requirements.
• Load and dispatch goods, ensuring accuracy and documentation of each pallet.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Report discrepancies, damages, or hazards to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adopting 5S principles.

Requirements

• Experience in a warehouse operational environment.
• Hold a valid BENDI/Pivot Steer Licence (mandatory).
• Counterbalance (CB) Forklift Licence is desirable.
• Ability to lift, bend, carry, and stand for long periods.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Familiarity with warehouse IT systems and basic MS Office knowledge.
• A proactive, safety-conscious attitude with an understanding of safe working practices.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work independently when required.
• A salary of £26,353.60 per annum (£12.67 per hour)
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes.