Warehouse Operative - Lorient - Newton Abbot

ASSA ABLOY Group; Liverton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Group in the United Kingdom is looking for a Warehouse Operative to support a busy logistics team. You will manage goods movement, pick, pack and dispatch orders while maintaining safety and accuracy.

Full training is provided, a Counterbalance FLT licence is essential, and there are opportunities for career development as you grow with the business.

Qualifications

• Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck licence required.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to lift items up to 20–25 kg and stand for long periods.
• Basic numeracy and ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and unloading deliveries safely and accurately.
• Picking, packing and preparing orders for dispatch.
• Labelling and packaging products to ensure safe transport.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Supporting stock checks and data accuracy in inventory systems.
• Loading vehicles safely and efficiently and following health & safety policies.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT Licence

Attention to detail

Time management

Numeracy

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Job description

Earn up to £26,694.30 + Overtime + Career Development Opportunities

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a successful manufacturing business where your skills are valued and rewarded? Do you enjoy working as part of a team?

Are you reliable, hardworking, and ready to be part of a busy and supportive logistics team? We're looking for a Warehouse Operative who holds a Counterbance FLT licences and takes pride in doing a great job and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where every day brings something different.

Whether you already have warehouse experience or you're looking to build a career in logistics, we'd love to hear from you. Full training is provided, and we'll support you every step of the way.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our products move efficiently through the warehouse and reach our customers on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Receiving and unloading deliveries safely and accurately
• Checking incoming goods against delivery paperwork and reporting any issues
• Picking, packing and preparing customer orders for dispatch
• Labelling and packaging products to ensure safe transportation
• Supporting stock control activities and inventory checks
• Loading vehicles safely and efficiently
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Following all health and safety policies and procedures
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve team goals
• Supporting new starters and contributing to a positive team culture

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high standards.

Essential Skills

• Good attention to detail
• Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck Licence
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Basic numeracy skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and regularly lift items up to 20-25kg

Desirable Experience

• Previous warehouse experience
• Experience using handheld scanners or inventory systems

Don't worry if you don't meet every requirement. Full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

At our company, our values of Empowerment, Innovation and Integrity guide everything we do. You'll be joining a supportive team where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and your success is celebrated.

What You Can Expect

• Full training and ongoing support
• A friendly and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities to learn new skills and develop your career
• A business that values teamwork, respect and continuous improvement

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.