Warehouse Operator

Inspired Pet Nutrition Ltd; Crick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback plan

Onsite canteen

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Inspired Pet Nutrition Ltd is seeking a Skilled Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver for its Crick manufacturing site in Northamptonshire. The role is permanent with a 4 on 4 off 12-hour day pattern, averaging about 42 hours per week.

Shifts run 06:00–18:00 with an hourly rate of £16.09 (including a shift allowance). The successful candidate will operate FLT, support production, and ensure safe material handling and despatch operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar warehouse or manufacturing role.
• Valid FLT licence with counterbalance or reach truck experience (certification required).
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills; good standard of education.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and report clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Supply production departments with raw and packaging materials to maintain a continuous production programme.
• Transport finished goods from production areas to the warehouse for storage until despatch.
• Unload incoming vehicles as required and store materials following acceptance and GRN generation.
• Pick and assemble loads for despatch and load outgoing vehicles with despatch paperwork.
• Work safely at all times, following health and safety policies and reporting concerns.
• Ensure the FLT fleet is fit for purpose by completing pre-use documentation and reporting any vehicle damage.
• Mentor and support colleagues as required.

Skills

FLT licence

English communication

Strong literacy

Education

Good education

Tools

Counterbalance/Reach FLT

Job description

The Role:

We are looking for a Skilled Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver to join our manufacturing site in Crick, Northamptonshire. This is a permanent position available on days shift.

Role Details

• 4 on / 4 off shift pattern (12-hour shifts)
• This shift pattern offers predictability, extended rest periods, and the ability to plan time outside of work.
• Average of 42 hours per week
• Days: 06:00 - 18:00
• Nights Hourly rate: £16.09 (£14.79 plus a shift allowance of £1.30 per hour)

Key Responsibilities of the Warehouse Operative / FLT Driver

• Supply production departments with raw and packaging materials to maintain a continuous production programme
• Transport finished goods from production areas to the warehouse for storage until despatch
• Unload incoming vehicles as required and store materials following acceptance and GRN generation
• Pick and assemble loads for despatch and load outgoing vehicles in line with despatch paperwork
• Work safely at all times, following health and safety policies and procedures and raising any concerns through appropriate channels
• Ensure the FLT fleet is fit for purpose by completing pre-use documentation and reporting any vehicle or plant damage according to procedure
• Participate in training and support the development of colleagues when required, including acting as a mentor for new team members

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in a similar warehouse or manufacturing role
• Valid FLT licence with counterbalance or reach truck experience is essential (certification required)
• A good standard of education, with strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to understand, communicate, and report clearly in English

Total Reward & Benefits

• Overtime, enhanced pension, life assurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay, and holiday buy options
• Healthcare cashback plan and Hertility at-home fertility testing
• Generous discounts on pet food and lifestyle subscriptions (Netflix, Spotify, breakdown cover)
• Retail and gym discounts, electric car scheme, free onsite parking and charging
• Onsite canteen, free hot drinks, and modern facilities

About us

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer employing over 1,200 colleagues across the UK and Europe. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butcher's, Classic, Pro-Nutrition, and Ultra Premium Direct, along with a number of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel, and Crick produce a wide range of dry, wet, and baked foods enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world. Our ambition is simple: to become a global leader in pet nutrition.

Our Purpose: To create happiness

We're on a mission to set a new standard of workplace happiness within the pet nutrition industry - one that looks like no other and feels like no other. Our culture is built on INSPIRED's unique behaviours and colleague experience, creating an environment that excites, empowers, and puts people and pets at the heart of everything we do.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the colleagues and communities we serve. We believe everyone should feel valued, respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We make hiring decisions based on talent, potential and the experience you bring.

We're committed to being an inclusive employer - please speak with us to discuss job share opportunities, particularly if you're returning to work, balancing family commitments, or exploring flexible ways of working.

We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all. If you need any adjustments or support to take part in our recruitment process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail].

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