Laboratory Operatives & Warehouse Pickers / Packers - Kent
Posted by Omnia Resourcing Ltd
£12.81 – £12.91 an hour
Kent · Permanent
Location: Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12
Pay: £12.81 per hour (Temporary) | £12.91 per hour (Permanent)
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Experience: No experience required
About the Roles
We are recruiting reliable and motivated individuals to join a busy operation in Paddock Wood, with opportunities available in both laboratory operations and warehouse picking and packing.
These are entry-level positions and no previous experience is required as full training will be provided.
We are looking for candidates with a positive, can-do attitude, a reasonable understanding of English to follow safety instructions and understand quantities, and a self-motivated approach to work
1. Laboratory Operatives - Early & Late Shifts
These roles involve working in a laboratory environment. Candidates should be comfortable following instructions, working accurately and maintaining a safe working environment.
Early Shift
Working hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Break: 30 minutes unpaid
Hours: 40 hours per week
Late Shift
Working hours: 2:30pm - 11:00pm
Break: 30 minutes unpaid
Hours: 40 hours per week
Late shift premium: An additional £1 per hour for every hour worked after 7:00pm.
Pay
Temporary: £12.81 per hour
Permanent: £12.91 per hour
An additional £1 per hour for every hour worked after 7:00pm on the late shift, where applicable.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with product preparation and handling.
Follow instructions and ensure accurate quantities.
Maintain a clean and tidy working area.
Follow health, safety and hygiene procedures.
Work efficiently as part of a team.
2. Warehouse Pickers & Packers - Afternoon Shift
We are also recruiting Warehouse Pickers & Packers to support day-to-day warehouse operations.
Working Arrangements
Afternoon shift while working on a temporary contract.
Opportunity to move to an early shift once permanent, subject to availability and business requirements.
Pay
Temporary: £12.81 per hour
Permanent: £12.91 per hour
An additional £1 per hour for every hour worked after 7:00pm, where applicable.
Key Responsibilities
Picking and packing customer orders accurately.
Checking products, order details and quantities.
Preparing orders for dispatch.
Following instructions and working to required standards.
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
What We're Looking For
A positive, can-do attitude.
A reasonable understanding of English to follow safety instructions and understand quantities.
Good attention to detail.
A reliable and self-motivated approach to work.
The ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
A willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
No previous warehouse or laboratory experience is required. Full training will be provided.
Why Apply?
Competitive hourly pay.
Temporary-to-permanent opportunities.
Opportunities to develop new skills.
A supportive working environment.
No previous experience necessary.
How to Apply
If you are reliable, motivated and looking for an opportunity to get started in a new role, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for one of our available positions!
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