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Warehouse Operative

📍 Wickford 💷 Competitive Permanent · Full time Posted 30 Jul 2026

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 Warehouse Operative | Wickford | Full Time | Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm  | £25,000 - £28,000 per annum + Performance Bonus (OTE £27,000 - £31,000)

Our client is a UK joint venture company, equally owned by two globally recognised leaders in process and industrial automation. They manufacture and supply a wide range of sensors and industrial automation products and are highly regarded within the industry for their innovative products and responsiveness to customer needs.

The Role

The Warehouse Operative is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the warehouse by receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching goods accurately and efficiently. The role ensures stock is handled safely and warehouse processes are completed in line with company procedures, quality standards, and health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receive and unload incoming deliveries
  • Check goods against delivery notes and report discrepancies or damages
  • Accurately store products in designated warehouse locations
  • Pick and pack customer orders to required quality standards
  • Prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring correct labelling and documentation
  • Conduct stock checks and assist with inventory control activities
  • Maintain accurate records using warehouse management systems (WMS) or handheld scanners
  • Ensure the warehouse is kept clean, organised, and free from hazards
  • Follow all health, safety, and security procedures
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and efficiency
  • Assist colleagues and managers with other warehouse duties as required

Requirements

Essential

  • Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills
  • Flexible and reliable approach to work

Desirable

  • Experience using warehouse management systems
  • Knowledge of stock control procedures
  • Experience working within fast-paced distribution environments

What’s In It For You

  • Opportunity to earn an additional £2,000 - £3,000 annually through the performance-related bonus scheme
  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm with a one-hour lunch break
  • Company pension scheme at 5% of base salary
  • Life insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Permanent health insurance

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