Warehouse Operative

Quest Employment; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Employment in Wellingborough is seeking a Warehouse Operative for a full-time role. You will handle picking, packing, loading, receiving, and stock movement to support timely dispatches in a busy warehouse. Shifts are Mon-Fri with options 6:00-2:00, 10:00-18:00 or 14:00-22:00; salary £25,350 per year. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-focused and able to work as part of a team while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse or logistics operations.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Good communication with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Pick customer orders accurately using scanners.
• Pack and prepare goods for dispatch.
• Load and unload vehicles safely.
• Receive and check deliveries.
• Maintain stock locations and assist counts.
• Work towards daily team targets.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Reliable & punctual

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

PPT/Reach Truck

Handheld scanners

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Warehouse Operative

Location: Wellingborough
Salary: £25,350 per annum
Shifts: Monday to Friday | 6:00am - 2:00pm or 10:00am - 6:00pm or 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Job Type: Full-time

Warehouse Operatives Required - Wellingborough

Quest Employment are currently recruiting for reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join a busy warehouse operation based in Wellingborough.

This is a hands-on warehouse role where you will support the movement, storage, picking, packing and dispatch of stock. The successful candidate will be expected to work accurately, safely and efficiently while helping maintain high standards across the warehouse.

The Role

As a Warehouse Operative, your duties may include:

• Picking customer orders accurately using scanners, pick sheets or warehouse systems
• Packing and preparing goods ready for dispatch
• Loading and unloading vehicles safely
• Receiving, checking and booking in deliveries
• Putting stock away into the correct warehouse locations
• Replenishing picking locations when required
• Supporting stock counts and inventory checks
• Moving and relocating stock around the warehouse
• Keeping products handled carefully to reduce damage or waste
• Working towards daily individual and team targets
• Operating Material Handling Equipment when trained and authorised
• Supporting general warehouse organisation and housekeeping

Health & Safety

You will be expected to:

• Follow all site health and safety procedures
• Use equipment and machinery safely and correctly
• Wear the correct PPE at all times
• Report hazards, incidents, damages or near misses promptly
• Keep your working area clean, tidy and safe
• Work in line with company quality and operational standards

What We're Looking For

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have previous warehouse or logistics experience
• Understand general warehouse duties such as picking, packing, goods-in and dispatch
• Can work well in a fast-paced environment
• Have strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Are reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Can communicate well with colleagues and supervisors
• Are flexible and willing to support different areas of the warehouse when required

Desirable Experience

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

• PPT, LLOP, Reach Truck, Counterbalance or VNA
• Handheld scanners
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Stock control or inventory processes
• High-volume distribution or logistics environments

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will have:

• A positive attitude towards work
• Strong work ethic
• Safety-conscious approach
• Good organisation skills
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Team-focused attitude

What's in it for you?

• £25,350 per annum
• Monday to Friday shifts
• Choice of 6:00am - 2:00pm or 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Full-time opportunity
• Busy and supportive warehouse environment
• Opportunity to develop warehouse and MHE skills
• Support from Quest Employment