Warehouse Operator

LED Limited; Ashford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

LED Limited is seeking a full-time Warehouse Operator in Ashford. You will receive and unload deliveries, check goods against paperwork, and ensure accurate storage and labeling. Daily tasks include packing orders for shipment, operating forklifts, and organizing inventory to keep a clean, efficient warehouse.

Careful adherence to health and safety procedures and effective communication with colleagues are essential to meet dispatch deadlines and support smooth warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in unloading and material handling with accuracy.
• Packing and preparing orders for shipment with correct labeling.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely; certification is advantageous.
• Strong health and safety awareness and process adherence.
• Good organization, reliability and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic numeracy and literacy for handling stock counts and records.
• Team player with clear communication with colleagues and supervisors.
• Warehouse or logistics experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload deliveries.
• Check goods against documentation and label/storage correctly.
• Prepare and pack orders for shipment.
• Operate material handling equipment and forklifts.
• Organize stock and maintain clean, efficient warehouse areas.
• Support dispatch deadlines and team collaboration.

Skills

Unloading

Packing orders

Forklift operation

Health & safety

Organization

Team communication

Stock handling

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Company Description

LED Limited is a leading distributor of professional LED lighting solutions, representing premium brands such as Contour LED, MADRIX, LEDSnaps, SGM Lighting, and X-Trusion. As part of the Lumos Lighting Group, the company provides cutting-edge lighting technology to commercial, architectural, and entertainment industries. With strong technical expertise and a customer-focused approach, LED Limited supports clients in delivering impactful lighting projects across the UK and internationally. Team members work in a dynamic environment that combines technology, creativity, and practical problem-solving to meet diverse customer needs.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Warehouse Operator role based in Ashford. The Warehouse Operator will be responsible for receiving and unloading deliveries, checking goods against documentation, and ensuring accurate storage and labeling of products. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and packing orders for shipment, operating material handling equipment and forklifts, and organizing inventory to maintain an efficient and orderly warehouse. The role also involves following health and safety procedures, maintaining cleanliness in work areas, and collaborating with colleagues to meet dispatch deadlines and support smooth warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Practical warehouse skills, including unloading and material handling, with attention to accuracy and care.
• Experience in packing and preparing orders for shipment, ensuring products are correctly labeled and secured.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment; forklift certification is an advantage.
• Strong awareness of health & safety standards and willingness to follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Good organizational skills, reliability, and ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills for handling documentation, stock counts, and order records.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment is beneficial.