Warehouse Operative
Join a dynamic food production team as a Warehouse Operative with FLT licence. Attractive hourly pay, paid breaks, and a pathway to long-term work.
Looking for a stable warehouse role with a competitive salary? This opportunity offers a rate of £13.10 per hour plus paid breaks, providing you with fair compensation for your effort and time. The job is a temporary position, yet it comes with the promise of long-term prospects for the right candidates.
The working hours are Monday to Friday, on rotating early (6am-2pm) and late (2pm-10pm) shifts, giving you work-life balance throughout the week. If you’ve got experience and the right certification to operate a Counterbalance FLT, this could be a great fit for you.
While the environment is within the food production and distribution sector, specifically dealing with cheese products, the employer values punctuality, reliability, and a good attitude, making it accessible if you possess these key qualities.
What You’ll Do Every Day
Each day as a Warehouse Operative with FLT, you’ll handle essential tasks supporting food production. Your main role involves loading and unloading goods safely using a counterbalance forklift.
You’ll also pick, pack, and despatch items, move goods around the storage facility, and ensure that stacked products are placed correctly and stock control practices are followed.
Much of your shift will be spent working in conditions between 2-7°C, a necessity when dealing with perishable goods like cheese. This means you’ll need to be comfortable with these temperatures.
Your attention to detail is important when checking load security and helping to unload trucks by hand as needed, ensuring smooth warehouse operations.
Punctuality, reliability, and being able to prioritise workload are as valuable as technical forklift skills in this busy warehouse role.
Advantages to Consider
One key advantage is the potential for long-term job security if you meet expectations, turning a temporary role into something more permanent.
The hourly pay is highly competitive and, combined with paid breaks, helps you maximise your earnings without having to work overtime hours.
You are part of a reputable team in the food manufacturing sector, gaining valuable industry experience and transferable skills.
Structured weekday shifts encourage better work-life balance, meaning your weekends stay largely free for yourself or your family.
Potential Downsides
The main physical challenge is working in cold environments for prolonged periods, which some may find tough without suitable clothing or experience.
Additionally, this role requires a valid FLT Counterbalance licence; if you lack this certificate, you will need to obtain it before starting.
Verdict
This Warehouse Operative job suits motivated individuals with FLT experience who want a reliable weekday schedule and strong earning potential. With commitment and a good work ethic, longer-term opportunities await.