Warehouse Operative - Pharmaceutical

Uniting Holding; Waterford; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team environment

Onboarding program

GDP training

Career progression

Equipment training

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Ongoing career development

Job summary

Store-All Logistics is recruiting for a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Operator in Waterford, Ireland. The role involves receiving, storing, picking and dispatching pharmaceutical stock with strict GDP and safety compliance.

You will operate forklifts and related equipment, perform cycle counts, maintain accurate records and support Goods In/Out activities. We expect hands-on experience in warehouse environments, attention to detail, and a proactive team player attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical/regulated warehouse environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of GDP is beneficial.
• Manual Handling Certificate preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, pick and prepare pharmaceutical stock for dispatch accurately and efficiently.
• Operate warehouse equipment including Forklifts, Reach Trucks, Ride-on Pallet Trucks and VNA equipment, where trained and certified.
• Safely load and unload goods in line with company procedures.
• Carry out cycle counts and stock checks to support accurate inventory management.
• Complete all required warehouse documentation accurately and ensure records are maintained in line with GDP and company procedures.
• Follow relevant SOPs and ensure warehouse processes are completed correctly and consistently.
• Assist with Goods In and Goods Out activities, ensuring stock is correctly checked and processed.
• Carry out manual handling duties, including handballing and repalletising loads when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment through housekeeping and “clean as you go” practices.
• Conduct routine forklift and equipment checks and report any issues promptly.
• Support stock investigations and report any discrepancies, damages or issues identified.
• Follow all Health & Safety, GDP, quality and compliance requirements at all times.
• Support the wider warehouse team with operational duties as required.

Skills

Previous warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Health & Safety practices

Procedures compliance

Team player

Physically active

Education

Manual Handling Certificate

Tools

WMS

Forklift licence

Counterbalance licence

Reach Truck licence

VNA licence

Job description

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Operator – Pharma

We are currently looking for a Warehouse Operative / Forklift Operator to join our growing team within our pharmaceutical warehousing operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment while maintaining the high levels of accuracy, quality and compliance required within pharmaceutical logistics.

You will play a key role in ensuring pharmaceutical goods are received, stored, handled and dispatched safely and efficiently, while following GDP requirements, company SOPs and Health & Safety standards at all times.

What You’ll Do

• Receive, store, pick and prepare pharmaceutical stock for dispatch accurately and efficiently.

• Operate warehouse equipment including Forklifts, Reach Trucks, Ride-on Pallet Trucks and VNA equipment, where trained and certified.

• Safely load and unload goods in line with company procedures.

• Carry out cycle counts and stock checks to support accurate inventory management.

• Complete all required warehouse documentation accurately and ensure records are maintained in line with GDP and company procedures.

• Follow relevant SOPs and ensure warehouse processes are completed correctly and consistently.

• Assist with Goods In and Goods Out activities, ensuring stock is correctly checked and processed.

• Carry out manual handling duties, including handballing and repalletising loads when required.

• Maintain a clean, organised and compliant warehouse environment through housekeeping and “clean as you go” practices.

• Conduct routine forklift and equipment checks and report any issues promptly.

• Support stock investigations and report any discrepancies, damages or issues identified.

• Follow all Health & Safety, GDP, quality and compliance requirements at all times.

• Support the wider warehouse team with operational duties as required.

This is a hands-on role involving regular manual handling and physical warehouse activity. Due to the pharmaceutical nature of the operation, a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and adherence to procedures is essential.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience working in a warehouse, logistics or similar operational environment.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to completing tasks accurately.

• A good understanding of Health & Safety practices within a warehouse environment.

• Ability to follow procedures, instructions and documented processes consistently.

• A reliable and flexible approach to work.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to carry out physically active warehouse duties, including lifting and moving goods.

Skills, Training & Experience

• Previous experience within a pharmaceutical, healthcare, food or other regulated warehouse environment would be an advantage.

• Knowledge or previous experience of GDP (Good Distribution Practice) would be beneficial.

• Manual Handling Certificate preferred but not essential.

• Counterbalance, Reach Truck, Ride-on Pallet Truck or VNA licence preferable but not essential.

• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)would be an advantage.

• Full training can be provided for the right candidate.

What We Offer

• A supportive team environment within a growing pharmaceutical logistics operation.

• Structured onboarding and induction programme.

• Training on GDP, SOPs and relevant compliance requirements.

• Career progression opportunities within Store-All Logistics.

• Training and certification opportunities for warehouse equipment.

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

• Ongoing support to help you build your skills and develop your career.

If you’re reliable, detail-focused and enjoy being part of a busy warehouse team, we’d love to hear from you.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Ireland. Store-All is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this position.

• A full, clean driving licence is required.

• Access to your own transport is essential to ensure reliable travel to and from work.