Warehouse Operator

Blue Arrow; Livingston; On-site; GBP 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A major staffing agency is seeking Warehouse Operatives for temporary roles in Livingston, UK. The position involves operating handheld scanning devices, picking, and packing items efficiently. Candidates should have a high attention to detail, be reliable, and ideally have access to transport due to the site's location. This role offers competitive hourly pay and the potential for ongoing employment.

Benefits

£13/hour base pay

Overtime at time and a quarter

Paid daily break

Supportive team environment

Full training provided

Potential for temp-to-perm

Qualifications

• Experience using handheld scanners preferred but not essential.
• Comfortable with Android-based devices.
• High attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Previous warehouse or production line experience is a plus.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate handheld scanning devices to pick and process orders.
• Maintain high accuracy in all tasks.
• Pack items securely for dispatch.
• Support general warehouse duties.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Tools

Handheld scanning devices

Android devices

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Operative - Temporary (Potential Temp to Perm)

Start Date: Week commencing 03/11/25
End Date: Minimum until 2nd week of January (with potential extension)

Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour

Overtime: Paid at time and a quarter

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30-18:00

Breaks: 30-minute unpaid lunch + 15-minute paid break

Due to the geographical location of the site, having access to a car or reliable transport is strongly preferred.

Role overview

We\'re looking for friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented Warehouse Operatives to join our team for a busy seasonal period. This role involves working with handheld scanning devices (Zebra guns), picking and packing items with precision, and supporting the smooth flow of goods through the warehouse. Training will be provided, and anyone comfortable using an Android phone should find the scanners easy to operate.

Responsibilities

• Operate handheld scanning devices (Zebra guns) to pick and process orders
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and finesse in all tasks
• Pack items securely and efficiently for dispatch
• Support general warehouse duties including stock movement and organization
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily targets
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times
• Report any discrepancies or damaged goods promptly

Requirements

• Experience using handheld scanners (preferred but not essential)
• Comfortable with Android-based devices
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Friendly, positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous warehouse or production line experience is a plus
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks
• Reliable and punctual
• Ideally a car driver due to location and shift times

What We Offer

• £13/hour base pay
• Overtime at time and a quarter
• Paid 15-minute break daily
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Full training provided
• Potential for temp-to-perm for the right candidate
• Opportunity to extend beyond January (last worker stayed until April!)
• Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people