Warehouse Operative Returns

Northampton Business Directory; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy distribution centre in Northampton is seeking a Warehouse Operative for their Returns Department. The role involves accurately processing returned goods, handling data entry, and ensuring a clean returns area. Ideal candidates will have experience in returns processing and strong computer skills. This is a full-time, ongoing position with a pay rate of £12.50 per hour, working Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Paid weekly

On-site parking

Accessible location

Qualifications

• Proven previous experience in a returns department is essential.
• Computer literate – able to navigate systems and input data confidently.
• Good attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Accurately processing returned goods using warehouse systems.
• Inspecting and logging returned items for damage or faults.
• Handling data entry and basic reporting tasks using a PC.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Computer literacy

Job description

Warehouse Operative – Returns Department

Location: Brackmills Industrial Estate, Northampton (NN4)

Shift: 2:00pm – 10:00pm (Monday to Friday)

Pay Rate: £12.50 per hour

Training: 6:00am – 2:00pm (for first week only – must attend)

Quest Employment are recruiting on behalf of a busy distribution centre based in Brackmills (NN4). We are specifically looking for experienced Returns Operatives to join the warehouse team.

This is a fast-paced, computer-based role within the Returns Department– ideal for candidates with a strong background in reverse logistics or returns processing.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Accurately processing returned goods using warehouse systems

  
  


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  Inspecting and logging returned items for damage or faults

  
  


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  Handling data entry and basic reporting tasks using a PC

  
  


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  Organising stock and maintaining a clean returns area

  
  


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  Following warehouse procedures and productivity targets

  
  

Requirements:

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  Proven previous experience in a returns department is essential

  
  


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  Computer literate – able to navigate systems and input data confidently

  
  


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  Good attention to detail and time management

  
  


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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced warehouse environment

  
  


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  Must be able to attend mandatory 1-week training on a 6am–2pm shift

  
  

What You’ll Get:

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  £12.50 per hour – paid weekly

  
  


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  Monday to Friday work (no weekends)

  
  


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  Full-time, ongoing position

  
  


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  On-site parking and accessible location in Brackmills NN4

  
  

Ready to join a professional warehouse team with a focus on quality and accuracy in returns?

Apply today or contact Quest Employment Northampton for more details.