Warehouse Operative

Accrol Papers Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tissue manufacturer in Leicester is inviting applicants for the Warehouse Operative position. This role requires candidates to ensure the safe movement of materials within a manufacturing environment and maintain high safety and quality standards. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable in health and safety practices, possess a valid FLT licence, and work well in a team-focused setting. Competitive hourly rate of £12.60, with additional benefits supporting personal development and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Real Living Wage Employer Accreditation

Career Progression Opportunities

Company Sick Pay Scheme

15% off Gym Membership

Life Assurance Scheme

Simply Health Plan

Electric Vehicle (EV) Car Scheme

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of health and safety practices within a manufacturing environment.
• A valid FLT licence is essential.
• Confident in the safe use of manual handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safe movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods inventory.
• Accurately update IT systems in a real-time operational environment.
• Work as part of a high-performing team to meet targets.

Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

FLT Licence

Manual Handling Equipment

Teamwork

Customer Focused Mindset

Job description

We are currently inviting applications for a Warehouse Operative at our site in Leicester, LE3. This role plays a key part in supporting safe, efficient operations within our manufacturing environment. You will work as part of a high-performing team, ensuring the smooth movement of materials while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer service.

About Us

Navigator Tissue UK Ltd is part of The Navigator Company. Previously known as Accrol Group and established in 1993, Navigator Tissue UK is the UK’s leading independent tissue converter producing private label toilet roll, kitchen roll, facial tissue products and a range of wet wipes for most of the UK’s major grocery retailers. We currently have five manufacturing sites in Blackburn, Leyland, Leicester, Flint and Bridgwater across the UK, but are in the process of moving rolls manufacturing from Blackburn to Leyland.

Our vision is to deliver the best possible value to the UK consumer on essential everyday tissue and wet wipe products. We ask every individual to do one thing better every day, empowering them through clear communication, personal development opportunities and strong ethical business values.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound knowledge of health and safety practices within a manufacturing environment. A valid FLT licence is essential, and you must be confident in the safe use of manual handling equipment while working as part of a team in production areas. You will be a driven self-starter, committed to meeting targets and delivering high quality results, with a strong customer focused mindset.

The Role

Working in line with Navigator Tissue UK’s principles and values, you will demonstrate through your actions and behaviours that safety is always our number one priority.

In this role, your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the safe movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods inventory using a range of manual handling equipment (MHE). You will also be required to accurately update IT systems in a real-time operational environment.

We are looking for proactive and motivated individuals to join a first-class team, committed to delivering world‑class customer service. The role operates on a rotating two‑week shift pattern: 06:00am–14:00pm, Monday to Saturday one week, followed by 14:00pm–22:00pm the following week. Each shift is 8 hours with paid lunch breaks and offers an hourly rate of £12.60.

NTUK is an accredited Real Living Wage employer and reviews remuneration annually as part of this commitment.

Benefits

• Real Living Wage Employer Accreditation
• GroceryAid - 24/7 helpline, professional counselling, financial grants, and crisis assistance.
• Opportunities for Career Progression
• Supported Personal Development
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• 15% off Nuffield Health Gym Membership
• Life Assurance Scheme – minimum 1 year’s salary
• Simply Health Plan! Claim your money back towards everyday health treatments and have access to multiple wellbeing benefits and treatments.
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Car Scheme
• Fee‑Free Mortgage Advice
• Free Flu Jab Vouchers
• Access to Company Shop Membership
• Free Car Parking

At The Navigator Company we are committed to the equal treatment of our colleagues and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the team.

We reserve the right to close the role early should we receive a suitable number of applications.