Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative Location: Wormingford, Colchester Night Shifts: 9am-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 reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operatives 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