Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative Location: Wormingford, Colchester Night Shifts: 9pm-6am, £17.21 per hour, overtime available OR Late Shifts: 4pm-1am £14.27 per hour, overtime rate of £17.21ph About the Role: A well-established food manufacturing company is looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join its production team. Due to the rural location, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Benefits: • 33 days annual leave, 3 days need to be reserved for Christmas shutdown • Free onsite parking • Enhanced sick pay after one year of service • Staff discount on products • Employee discount platform • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and HR support • PPE provided • Uniform provided and professionally laundered Requirements: • Valid, accredited Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence • Valid UK Driving Licence • Reliable, punctual and willing to learn • Basic English and maths skills • Physically fit for manual work • Comfortable in fast-paced environment • Food production experience is helpful but not required Key Responsibilities: • Supply bulk packaging and materials to production and packing lines. • Load and unload delivery vehicles. • Support efficient stock rotation and use handheld RF scanners to ensure accurate inventory tracking. • Help reduce waste and product damage during transit and storage. • Follow all Health & Safety, Food Safety, HACCP and site hygiene procedures. • Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse and yard area. • Complete required quality and pre-shift forklift inspection checks accurately. • Operate all material handling equipment safely. • Work closely with colleagues across production, packing, engineering and quality.