Warehouse Operative - Permanent

Exchange People; Burtonwood; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Straight permanent role

Monday to Friday day shifts

Opportunity for overtime

Job summary

Exchange People are recruiting a Warehouse Operative in Warrington on a permanent basis. You will support day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, storing, picking, packing and dispatching goods, while upholding safety, quality and productivity standards.

The role offers a straightforward permanent contract, Monday to Friday day shifts, and the potential for overtime. Suitable applicants will have warehouse experience and be comfortable with heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience.
• Experience using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems.
• Good communication, numeracy & literacy skills.
• Forklift licence would be advantageous.
• Comfortable with heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately according to company procedures.
• Label, wrap, and prepare goods for dispatch.
• Unload and load vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Receive and inspect incoming deliveries for accuracy and damage.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and, where licensed, forklifts.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised, and free from hazards.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.

Skills

Warehouse/logistics experience

Handheld scanners / WMS experience

Communication & numeracy & literacy

Heavy lifting

Job description

WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE (PERMANENT)

Location: Gemini, Warrington

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm

Salary: £24,800 per annum

We’re recruiting for a Warehouse Operative for our client in Warrington. This is a permanent opportunity and a chance to build on your skills.

Main Job Purpose:

As a warehouse operative, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the warehouse by receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching goods accurately and efficiently. The role requires maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity while working as part of a team.

Key Tasks:

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately according to company procedures
• Label, wrap, and prepare goods for dispatch
• Unload and load vehicles safely and efficiently
• Receive and inspect incoming deliveries for accuracy and damage
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and, where licensed, forklifts
• Keep the warehouse clean, organised, and free from hazards
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required

What we're looking for:

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience
• Experience using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems
• Good communication, numeracy & literacy skills
• Forklift licence (Counterbalance, Reach, or bendy truck) is not essential, but would be an advantage
• Comfortable with heavy lifting

Key Benefits:

• Straight permanent role
• Monday to Friday day shifts
• Opportunity for overtime

Exchange People are a family-run Employment Business, proudly providing people in North-West England and Central Scotland with careers since 1997.