Warehouse Operative - 2pm-10pm, Forklift Allowance

IKEA; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IKEA discount portal

Life Assurance

Pension contributions

Interest-free loans

Job summary

IKEA in the United Kingdom is hiring a Warehouse Operative to support our customer distribution centre. You will receive goods, pick and pack orders, and maintain accurate stock records while following safety protocols.

This full‑time role runs 40 hours across five shifts with weekends on a rotating basis, 2pm to 10pm. The position includes a forklift allowance and a benefit package including staff discounts and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise and organise workload with attention to detail.
• Experience using technical equipment to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Willingness to act on own initiative and work in a team.
• Under 18 not eligible due to health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods with accuracy and record stock levels.
• Pick and pack orders and maintain stock accuracy.
• Operate around heavy machinery safely (forklifts, pump trucks).
• Follow safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for customers and colleagues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organising workload

Initiative

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Forklift driving

Job description

IKEA in the United Kingdom is hiring a Warehouse Operative to support our customer distribution centre. You will receive goods, pick and pack orders, and maintain accurate stock records while following safety protocols.

This full‑time role runs 40 hours across five shifts with weekends on a rotating basis, 2pm to 10pm. The position includes a forklift allowance and a benefit package including staff discounts and pension contributions.