Warehouse Operative in Canterbury, Kent

Warehouse Operative | Tuesday to Saturday | 55 Hours per Week | £13.61 to £13.96 per Hour
Join a busy temperature-controlled warehouse environment with long-term stability, overtime opportunities and varied responsibilities. Ideal for experienced warehouse professionals with forklift skills, logistics knowledge and strong organisational abilities. Apply now!

Warehouse Operative

Location: Kent
Salary: £13.61 - £13.96 per hour
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, approximately 55 hours per week

Why Join Our Client?

Our client is a well-established business operating within a fast-paced food production and distribution environment. They are seeking a reliable and organised Warehouse Operative to support the efficient storage, handling and dispatch of products within a temperature-controlled warehouse.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional looking for a varied role with responsibility and the opportunity to deputise for the Warehouse Manager when required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, check, scan and load pallets for customer deliveries
• Book transport and coordinate customer orders
• Create delivery documentation and transport paperwork
• Coordinate drivers, vehicles and loads to maximise efficiency
• Carry out warehouse inspections and equipment checks
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Move pallets between packing and warehouse areas
• Monitor stock levels and warehouse inventory
• Manage relationships with transport and service providers
• Support achievement of quality standards and delivery deadlines
• Load and unload goods using appropriate equipment
• Liaise with planning teams regarding stock and customer orders
• Print order labels when required
• Deputise for the Warehouse Manager
• Undertake additional duties as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous warehouse experience within a temperature-controlled environment
• Understanding of warehouse operations and supply chain processes
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good Microsoft Office knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Current or previous Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence
• Current or previous Power Pallet Truck licence
• Level 1 Food Safety and Hygiene Awareness
• Level 1 HACCP knowledge
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Consistent full-time hours

Opportunity to work within a growing operation

Varied and responsible position

Supportive team environment

Career development opportunities

Apply now!

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