Warehouse Operative/Picker

Cogent Staffing; Elland; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for experienced Order Pickers/Warehouse Operatives on a temporary to permanent basis. The role involves scanning, packing, and inventory control on a 4 on/4 off 12-hour shift pattern (days then nights). After 12 weeks, pay uplifts and potential permanent contract.

Must have picking experience in fast-paced environments, be able to commute to Elland for 7am starts, and work rotating day/night/weekend shifts. Training and progression are provided by Cogent Staffing.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant picking experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using handheld scanning devices.
• Able to commute to Elland, Halifax for 7am start.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating days/nights/weekends schedule.

Responsibilities

• Use scanners to locate items for shipment and manage inventory accuracy.
• Safely pick items from shelves and package completed orders.
• Pack and palletise items and complete necessary paperwork for tracking.
• Unload deliveries and help distribute goods to correct storage locations.
• Restock shelves to ensure inventories remain full and meet speed targets.
• Perform warehouse cleaning duties as required.

Skills

Order picking

Warehouse experience

Handheld scanner

Job description

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for experienced Order Pickers/Warehouse Operatives on a temporary to permanent basis. Our client are a leading manufacturer of their industry and are looking to add to their warehouse team.

Shift/salary:

• 4 x 12 hour day shifts (7am - 7pm) followed by 4 days rest period then 4 x 12 hour nights
• £13.96 rising after 12 weeks.
• This pattern continues, including days, nights and weekends.
• Temporary to permanent opportunity

The role:

• Using scanners, barcodes and serial numbers to locate the correct items for shipment and to ensure that inventory is managed accurately
• Safely picking items from shelves
• Packaging completed orders & palletising items
• Completing necessary invoicing or paperwork to allow efficient tracking of orders
• Unloading deliveries from delivery lorries and assisting with the distribution of goods to their correct storage locations
• Restocking shelves using items from storage areas to ensure inventories are always full
• Meeting picking speed and efficiency targets as specified by Supervisors
• Performing warehouse cleaning duties if necessary

The candidate:

• Must have relevant picking experience working in a fast paced environment
• Must have experience using hand held scanning devices
• Is able to commute to Elland, Halifax for 7am Monday - Sunday
• Must be able to work days/nights/weekends on a rotating basis
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts

Following 12 weeks probation period the pay rate is uplifted, candidates are also offered a permanent contract within the company if they pass the probation period.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.