Warehouse Operative

The Best Connection Group Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Tees Valley is seeking a Warehouse Operative for a long-term role. Candidates should have experience in warehouse operations and a strong attention to detail. Responsibilities include operating recycling machinery, sorting goods, and ensuring workplace safety. This position offers competitive pay rates, flexible hours with both day and night shifts available, and various employee benefits including meals, security, and 24/7 support. Become part of a people-focused culture where your contribution is valued.

Benefits

Hot meal provided on each shift

Secure entrance with personal security

Vending machine drinks

Locker provision

Excellent pay rates

Pension contributions

Online payslips

Holiday accrual

Personal accident insurance

Ongoing assignments

Qualifications

• Experience as a Warehouse Operative or previous reverse logistics experience.
• Physically capable with a positive attitude.
• Flexible approach to work and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate baler machinery for recycling.
• Sort, load, and move goods within the warehouse.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Warehouse Operative experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Positive attitude

Health & safety awareness

Ability to work in a team

Tools

Counterbalance FLT

Powered Pallet Trucks

Job description

Immediate start dates - must be available to start this month!

Do you have experience working as a Warehouse Operative within an FMCG or retail environment?
Are you looking for a long-term opportunity within a people-focused culture where your contribution is genuinely valued?

We offer a comprehensive selection process, including an engagement session, followed by a two-day induction and assessment. We believe recruitment is a two-way process, giving you valuable insight into the role and the operation before committing.

The Role

• Operate baler machinery for cardboard and plastic recycling
• Collect and sort pallets by type and condition
• Build roll cages and prepare outbound loads
• Sort, load, and move goods within the warehouse
• De-kit vehicles and process returned goods
• Use powered pallet trucks (PPT) to move materials and recycling
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Follow all site health & safety policies and procedures

The Candidate

• Experienced Warehouse Operative or previous reverse logistics experience
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Physically capable with a positive attitude
• MHE experience preferably but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail
• Counterbalance FLT experience (expired or in-house licences considered)
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong health & safety awareness and adhering to compliance policies at all times
• Flexible approach to work
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow instructions

Hours of Work

• Shift pattern: 06:00-18:00 or 18:00-06:00
• 4 on / 4 off rotation
• Weekend work required
• Day and night shifts available
• Opportunity to take on additional shifts

Pay Rates (First 12 Weeks)

• £13.00 per hour - Days (flat rate)
• £15.00 per hour - Nights (uplifted rate)

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection

• Hot meal provided on each shift
• Secure entrance with personal security
• Six vending machine drinks provided per shift
• Locker provision
• High-quality breakout and rest areas
• Excellent pay rates
• 24/7 support from dedicated consultants
• Pension contributions
• Online payslips
• Holiday accrual
• Personal accident insurance
• Ongoing assignments

Next Steps:

Suitable candidates will be invited to register online and attend a short face-to-face appointment at our offices.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.