Warehouse Operative - Nights FTC

Wincanton; Middlewich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Warehouse Operative in Middlewich, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our new warehouse. This position offers a competitive salary and a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. You'll work a 4 on 4 off night shift pattern, contributing to a culture of safety and excellence. Enjoy a range of perks including extensive training, retail discounts, and a healthcare cash plan. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment while making a real impact on our operations.

Benefits

20 Days Holiday plus optional additional days

Retail discounts

Extensive training and funded accredited courses

Friends and Family Apprenticeships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Holiday Trading

Healthcare Cash Plan

Dental Cash Plan

Pension and Accident Insurance

Online GP Access

Qualifications

• Counterbalance and Reach Truck licenses are desirable.
• Flexibility with shift patterns is important.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading containers with sodium bicarbonate and salt products.
• Utilizing all types of MHE for pallet handling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Tools

Counterbalance Truck

Reach Truck

VNA Truck

PPT (Powered Pallet Truck)

Job description

We are looking for a Warehouse Operative to join our team at Wincanton on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This role is based in our new warehouse in Middlewich, working the night shift.

Why Wincanton?

• Unrivalled salary of £28,839.44 per annum
• 4 on 4 off night shift pattern, working 12-hour shifts between 6pm and 6am
• 12-month fixed-term contract
• 20 Days Holiday plus optional additional days
• Retail discounts across various sectors
• Extensive training and funded accredited courses
• Friends and Family Apprenticeships
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday Trading
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Dental Cash Plan
• Pension and Accident Insurance
• Payroll Giving and Eye Care Vouchers
• Online GP Access, Hospital Plan, Death in Service Benefit
• Retirement Courses, RAC cover discounts, Gym memberships
• Extended Employee Assistance Programme including financial and legal advice

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading containers with sodium bicarbonate and salt products
• Put away and picking of pallets using MHE
• Wrapping and restacking items to meet customer requirements
• Utilizing all types of MHE (VNA, Reach, Counterbalance, PPT)
• Contributing to health & safety culture
• Demonstrating Wincanton's core values: Excellence, Integrity, Passion, Proactivity, Togetherness, Trust

Candidate Requirements

• Counterbalance and Reach Truck licenses are desirable; VNA license is an advantage (training provided)
• Flexibility with shift patterns
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive, flexible, can-do attitude
• High-quality work and customer service orientation
• Good communication skills

Our Commitment

We value our people and invest in their development through coaching, training, and technological innovation. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.