Warehouse & Workshop Operative

Universal Business Team; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing import and distribution company in Newmarket is seeking a Warehouse & Workshop Operative to manage warehouse operations and light production tasks. The role offers a salary of £27,500 – £32,500, with opportunities for personal growth and a supportive work environment. Applicants should be proactive and detail-oriented, with a counterbalance forklift license being advantageous.

Benefits

23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Uniform provided

Free parking on-site

Auto-enrolment pension

Growth opportunities in warehouse + production role

Qualifications

• Ability to handle stock and keep a warehouse organized.
• Experience with basic computer use and record keeping.
• Willingness to take ownership of warehouse tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage goods reception and inspect deliveries.
• Handle stock, including picking and packing.
• Prepare orders and liaise with drivers.

Skills

Proactive

Organised

Detail-Focused

Team-Oriented

Smart

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Driving Licence

Job description

Hours: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday 8am-5pm/9am-6pm Flexibility required
Reports to: Office Manager
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you someone who thrives in a hands-on role, takes ownership, and wants to be part of something growing from the ground up?

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Warehouse & Workshop Operative to join a rapidly growing division of a well-established import and distribution business. This role is perfect for someone looking to take full responsibility for a dedicated warehouse and light production function within a small but ambitious team.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll be the go-to person for all warehouse and workshop activities. This includes:

• Goods In: Receiving and inspecting deliveries, unloading containers
• Stock Handling: Putting stock away, picking, packing, relabelling
• Goods Out: Preparing orders, arranging courier transport, liaising with drivers
• Inventory: Stock takes, PI counts, and basic reporting
• Workshop Tasks: Setting up and operating converting machines
• Admin Tasks: Basic computer use, record keeping, labelling
• Samples: Managing incoming and outgoing samples
• Housekeeping: Keeping the workspace tidy and efficient
• Growth Potential: As the business evolves, so will this role

You’ll be working from a shared warehouse with around 6–7 others (from the parent company), but this position is fully dedicated to a fast-growing import and manufacturing project.

• Proactive – You see what needs doing and get it done
• Organised – You can keep a warehouse running smoothly, even on your own
• Humble & Hungry – You're ready to roll your sleeves up and grow with the role
• Team-Oriented – While this is a solo role, you’ll be part of a wider warehouse environment
• Detail-Focused – Labelling, counting, packing, shipping – you care that it’s done right
• Smart – Not just with systems, but with how you work and solve problems

A counterbalance or bendi forklift licence is highly beneficial. A driving licence is desirable but not essential.

What’s In It For You?

• Salary: £27,500 – £32,500 (depending on experience)
• 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Company bonus scheme – performance-based
• BBQs/pizzas when targets are hit
• Uniform provided
• Free parking on-site
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Clear path to grow into a combined warehouse + production role as the company expands
• A real chance to make a difference and be seen, valued, and heard

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