Warehouse Operator

Mars; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Private healthcare

Pension

Life assurance

Gym membership

Annual leave 24-32 days

Free on-site perks

Job summary

Mars is hiring for a warehouse associate in Milton Keynes. You will support safe loading/unloading and accurate picking of bagged goods, functioning in a shift-based 40-hour week across three week patterns. A forklift licence is essential and strong communication, numeracy and computer skills are required.

Public healthcare, pension and other benefits are included, along with career development opportunities through Mars University and internal growth paths.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential for the role.
• Clear verbal and written communication is required.
• Strong numeracy and literacy to ensure accurate data handling.
• Proficiency with basic office software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and facilitate safe loading and unloading of stock.
• Accurate picking of bagged goods according to orders.
• Maintain hygiene and tidiness in warehouse and loading lane.
• Ensure paperwork aligns with legislative and management requirements.
• Support stock rotation and control processes.
• Collaborate with shift manager and warehouse teams to meet quality standards.

Skills

Forklift licence

Communication skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Computer proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Location: Milton Keynes, Wolverton

Weekly Rotating Shifts -Mon –Fri 40 Hours

Week 1: 6am-2pm

Week 2: 2pm-10pm

Week 3: 10pm-6am (Winter -Sun-Thu / Summer Mon- Thu)

Salary: £30,200– £31,300 (including shift allowance, DOE)

Why Join Us

We care about the world and your future. Mars offers competitive compensation and benefits along with some great perks, like fun freebies and best-in-class development. As a Mars Associate, you have our ongoing commitment to your growth and development as you work across our world‑famous brands. The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

The Role

To ensure the safe loading and unloading of bagged/packaged stock as required by loading and unloading documentation. Accurate picking of bagged goods in line with customer orders and to maintain a hygienic and tidy warehouse.

As with all roles within Mars Horse care there is responsibility to keep focus on safety and quality of yourself, our products and those around you.

What’s in it for you

• Career growth opportunities with structured development & Mars University
• Private healthcare + equal parental leave
• Generous pension (up to 9% contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Gym membership & wellbeing support
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, rising to 32 with service
• Free perks on site: parking, Lavazza coffee, tea, fruit twice a week, and access to our employee shop

What We’re Looking For

• Experience of working in an operational environment & working with diverse teams, dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Valid forklift licence is essential
• Excellent communication skills
• Technical Aptitude: Basic technical and fault-finding abilities to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
• Numeracy and Literacy: A solid foundation in numeracy and literacy to ensure clear communication and accurate data handling.
• Computer Proficiency: Familiarity with essential software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor physical quality of bagged/packaged items and stored in the approved manner, report/react to non-compliances as directed.
• Maintain effective communication with Shift Manager and warehouse Lead Op, all operations staff, weighbridge operator and CSD team.
• Monitor delivery/collection vehicles and personnel as regards company requirements.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed in accordance with legislative and management requirements.
• Ensuring correct stock rotation and stock control
• Always maintain a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping in the warehouse and loading lane.
• Racking Control-ensuring any damaged racking is reported.
• Fleet Management-with new electric trucks in transition, ensuring quality checks to the highest standard.

What You Can Expect From Mars

• Work alongside 130,000+ Associates worldwide guided by our Five Principles
• Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping “the world we want tomorrow”
• Access world-class training & development from day one