Warehouse Operative / Line Feeder

Matchtech; Everton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Warehouse Operative to support warehouse operations in Lymington. Responsibilities include safely handling goods, maintaining quality, and ensuring timely material availability. Candidates should have good communication skills, basic computer abilities, and forklift certification is preferred. The hourly pay is £13 and may increase after the training period.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Forklift operation skills and certification.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and procedures without exception.
• Receive, unload, and move raw materials.
• Conduct internal transfers using FIFO methodology.
• Prepare and stage customer orders accurately and on time.
• Perform visual checks on trucks to prevent product damage.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all warehouse activities.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and complete daily inspections.
• Report non-conforming products or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep warehouse areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with supervisors and coworkers to support operations.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under limited supervision

Basic computer skills including MS Office

Tools

Forklift certification

ERP systems (e.g., PRISM)

Job description

Position Title: Warehouse Operative / Line feeder

Location: Lymington - Onsite

Position Overview

The individual will support the interaction between production and the warehouse to ensure that material is made available from the warehouse in a timely manner and help ensure machinery continues to operate. This role ensures safe and accurate handling of goods while maintaining quality, housekeeping, and compliance standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and work instructions without exception.
• Receive, unload, and move raw materials.
• Conduct internal transfers using FIFO (First In, First Out) methodology.
• Prepare and stage customer orders accurately and on time.
• Perform visual checks on trucks/containers/tankers to prevent product damage.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all warehouse activities.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely; complete daily forklift inspections.
• Report non-conforming products, equipment defects, or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep warehouse and work areas clean and organized in line with housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with supervisors, coworkers, and other departments to support warehouse operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel) and ERP systems (e.g., PRISM).

Preferred Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Forklift operation skills and certification.

Physical Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 kg.
• Regular stair climbing and manual handling required.

The rate of pay is £13.00 per hour but will rise after training period and movement on to fixed late shift.

Hours

(Whilst training) Mon-Thurs 06:00-14:00 Fri 06:00-13:00
After training Mon-Thurs 14:00-22:00 Fri 11:00-16:00

This is a temporary to permanent role for the right person, initially be 3-6 Months.