Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative

Location: Nutrition Group – Blackpool, FY4 4QE
Salary: Competitive, DOE 
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm)(Includes two paid 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)

The Role 

The Warehouse Operative plays a vital role in ensuring the safe, accurate and efficient movement of goods throughout the warehouse. Working as part of a busy team, you'll support all warehouse operations, including goods in, stock control, picking, replenishment and dispatch, helping to ensure production and customer requirements are met.

You'll maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping while following company procedures and contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Pick stock accurately against works orders and production requirements.
• Supply production departments with materials in a timely manner.
• Prepare, pack and dispatch finished goods accurately and efficiently.
• Receive, check and book incoming deliveries into the warehouse.
• Store stock safely and accurately within designated warehouse locations.
• Ensure stock rotation procedures (FIFO) are followed where applicable.
• Maintain accurate stock control through good warehouse practices.

Equipment & Resource Management

• Operate warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Complete daily equipment checks, including forklift inspection records where required.
• Report equipment faults or maintenance issues promptly.
• Help identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency and safe working practices.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company policies, procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Maintain clean, organised and hazard-free warehouse areas at all times.
• Ensure goods are handled carefully to prevent damage or loss.
• Report any damaged stock, discrepancies or safety concerns to the Warehouse Manager.
• Support the company's commitment to quality, customer service and continuous improvement.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Production teams, Purchasing and Customer Services to ensure operational requirements are achieved.
• Communicate any stock shortages, delivery issues or warehouse concerns promptly.
• Support colleagues across the warehouse and wider business as required.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the efficient operation of the business.

About You

We're looking for a reliable, hardworking individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of accuracy, safety and teamwork.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a warehouse, stores or logistics environment.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately while meeting deadlines.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety within a warehouse environment.
• Good communication skills and a positive team-working attitude.
• Ability to carry out manual handling duties safely.
• Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work.

Desirable

• Forklift Truck (FLT) licence or previous FLT experience.
• Experience using warehouse management or stock control systems.
• Knowledge of stock rotation (FIFO) procedures.
• Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations.

What You'll Receive:

• Starting pay of £13.25 per hour
• Full-time, permanent position
• Monday to Friday working pattern (40 hours per week)
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to develop within a growing business

Working Conditions

This role is based within a busy warehouse environment and involves manual handling, standing for extended periods and operating warehouse equipment where authorised. Appropriate training and personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided where required.

Additional Information

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and is not exhaustive. From time to time, you may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties in line with the needs of the business