Warehouse Operative (Outbound / Shipping Lanes)

Genuine Parts Company; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts via Parts and Perks platform

Discount on car parts

Free pension advice

Health, wellbeing and financial tools

Training and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Warehouse Operative for outbound shipping lanes. This is a fast-paced, physically demanding role requiring lifting up to 25kg, standing and walking for extended periods, and a focus on accuracy in order processing.

You will receive, pick, pack, and dispatch orders, operate pallet trucks and forklifts, perform stock checks, and help maintain inventory integrity while adhering to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg and stand/walk for long periods.
• Good communication and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and check incoming goods for quality and quantity
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch in line with company procedures
• Operate warehouse equipment safely, including pallet trucks and forklifts (training provided if required)
• Carry out stock checks, cycle counts, and maintain accurate inventory records
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, tidy, and compliant with health and safety regulations
• Assist with loading and unloading of delivery vehicles efficiently
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily operational targets
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or safety issues promptly to management
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to warehouse operations and safety

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

Pallet trucks

Forklifts

Job description

Warehouse Operative (Outbound / Shipping Lanes)

This is a fast-paced dynamic warehouse environment and involves physically demanding tasks including lifting (up to 25kg) and standing / walking for extended periods of time (up to 7.5 hours depending on shift).

The shipping lanes / outbound is a very demanding area of the business.

Shift: 1430 - 2300 Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, unload, and check incoming goods for quality and quantity
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch in line with company procedures
• Operate warehouse equipment safely, including pallet trucks and forklifts (training provided if required)
• Carry out stock checks, cycle counts, and maintain accurate inventory records
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, tidy, and compliant with health and safety regulations
• Assist with loading and unloading of delivery vehicles efficiently
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily operational targets
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or safety issues promptly to management
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to warehouse operations and safety

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution environment preferred but not essential
• Ability to work physically demanding tasks including lifting, standing, and walking for extended periods
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in order processing
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends if required
• Basic IT skills for data entry and scanning tasks

Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced, dynamic warehouse environment
• Physically demanding role with manual handling, lifting and products up to 25kg
• Compliance with safety standards is essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates

• Access to Parts and Perks platform with exclusive discounts and cashback from 1000s of major retailers and grocers
• Discount on car parts
• Free pension advice
• Free access to Health, Wellbeing and Financial tools.
• Training and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression within the company

FPS conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability or any other protected characteristic