New Job Opening: Warehouse Operative in Cygnus House, Orion Court, Great Blakenham, Ipswich, Suffolk

Job Description

Warehouse Operative

Hours: 35 hours per week

About the Role

We are recruiting for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with warehouse experience, ideally within the food manufacturing sector, who enjoys working in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.

You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient movement of goods, maintaining accurate stock control, and supporting production by ensuring products are received, stored, and dispatched safely and accurately. A strong commitment to health & safety, quality standards, and teamwork is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick, pack and prepare orders accurately for dispatch.


• Complete all dispatch documentation accurately.


• Receive, process and store incoming stock, ensuring FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation is maintained.


• Support the efficient management of inbound and outbound goods.


• Carry out stock checks and inventory counts as required.


• Confirm completed loads and report any discrepancies promptly.


• Operate a Forklift Truck and other mechanical handling equipment safely.


• Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping and cleanliness.


• Help reduce non-conformances by following quality procedures and identifying areas for improvement.


• Follow all health & safety, food safety and GMP procedures.


• Undertake manual handling and lifting duties where required.


• Report accidents, incidents, hazards and near misses in line with company procedures.


• Support the wider production team and carry out additional duties as required.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.


• Previous warehouse experience.


• Good level of written and spoken English.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.


• Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining high standards.


• Comfortable with manual handling and physical work.

Desirable:

• Experience within a food manufacturing or food warehouse environment.


• Understanding of Food Safety, GMP and quality procedures.


• Experience using ERP or warehouse management systems.


• GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths.

Personal Attributes

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a positive, proactive and professional attitude.


• Takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.


• Is flexible and willing to support the wider team.


• Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.


• Communicates effectively with colleagues.


• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and reliability.


• Is keen to learn, develop and continuously improve.


• Can identify problems and suggest practical solutions.


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If you're an experienced Warehouse Operative with an Fork Lift licence and are looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and quality-driven manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.