Warehouse Operative - Night Shift

Pro-Force Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Right to work required

Job summary

Pro-Force Recruitment is seeking a Warehouse Operative for the night shift in Maidstone. You will be responsible for safe receipt, storage, picking, loading, and dispatch of products, including processing returns and maintaining stock accuracy.

The role requires previous warehouse experience, good communication, attention to detail, and an EPT licence/certificate is preferred. A 4 on / 4 off shift pattern and commuting capability are noted.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Numerate with good attention to detail.
• EPT licence/certificate preferred.
• Safe manual handling technique.
• Experience in temperature-controlled or food distribution.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Knowledge of stock control processes.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily and weekly stock checks.
• Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping.
• Keep storage areas organised and hazard-free.
• Empty waste bins and keep disposal areas clean.
• Inspect trailers and hygiene procedures before loading.
• Store products safely and securely.
• Report accidents, hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Process returns per company procedures.
• Liaise with the Traffic Office regarding returned products.
• Assist with unloading trailers containing returns.
• Complete returns documentation accurately.
• Label, segregate, and store returned pallets for traceability.
• Escalate discrepancies or damaged goods promptly.
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Transport, and Customer Service to resolve returns quickly.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

EPT operation

Manual handling

Food distribution

WMS experience

Stock control

Food safety

Job description

Warehouse Operative – Night Shift

The Warehouse Operative is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient receipt, storage, movement, picking, loading, and dispatch of products within the warehouse operation. The role also supports the effective management of returned goods, ensuring all returns are processed accurately, stored correctly, and documented in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements. Working as part of the warehouse team, based both in the office and in the warehouse, the Warehouse Operative plays an important role in maintaining operational efficiency, stock accuracy, customer service standards, and compliance with health, safety, food safety, and quality requirements.

Role involves the following:

• Assist with daily and weekly stock checks as directed.
• Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping.
• Keep storage areas organised and free from hazards.
• Empty waste bins and ensure waste disposal areas remain clean and well maintained.
• Clean trailers before loading in accordance with hygiene procedures.
• Ensure all products are stored safely and securely.
• Report accidents, hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and housekeeping
• Process customer returns in accordance with company procedures.
• Liaise with the Traffic Office regarding returned products.
• Assist with unloading trailers containing returned products.
• Complete all returns documentation accurately.
• Label, segregate, and store returned pallets correctly to ensure product traceability and colleague awareness.
• Escalate discrepancies, damaged goods, or quality concerns promptly to the appropriate manager.
• Work collaboratively with Warehouse, Transport, and Customer Service teams to ensure the timely resolution of returns and minimise disruption to operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Numerate with good attention to detail.
• Previous experience operating an Electric Pallet Truck (EPT) is required. A valid EPT licence/certificate is preferred.
• Good understanding of safe manual handling technique
• Experience within temperature-controlled or food distribution.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Knowledge of stock control processes.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.

• Shift: 4 On / 4 Off – with flexibility to meet business and operational requirements
• Pay Rate: £14.20
• Own Transport due to Location
• Must have proof of Right to Work

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