Warehouse Operative

Manpower; Strood; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in Strood is seeking a Warehouse Operative for night shifts. You will handle loading and unloading duties, with a focus on safety in a busy environment. Offered on a temp-to-perm basis, the role includes opportunities for training on forklift operations. Previous experience in warehousing is preferred but not essential. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and be flexible regarding working hours. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee assistance scheme

Pension scheme

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Applicants must be of good health and reasonable fitness.
• Flexibility in approach and hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading vehicles.
• Perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Ability to work under own initiative

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility in working hours

Health and fitness for heavy lifting

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

High reach forklift

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Operative - Nights
Location: Strood, ME2 2JX
Contract: Temp to Perm
Pay: £13.19 per hour
Sunday to Thursday - 40 hours per week. 8 Hours per day

Benefits of Temp-to-Perm with Manpower

• Try Before You Commit: Experience the role and company culture firsthand before making a permanent decision.
• Manpower MyPath Programme: As a temporary employee, you'll gain access to Manpower's MyPath program, designed to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• Increased Chances of Permanent Hire: A temp-to-perm role significantly improves your opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• Training and Development: Benefit from on-the-job training and expand your capabilities.

Following the expansion of our services locally, we are excited to promote a new opportunity to join our experienced team of night unloaders/loaders based at our Strood depot.

The role would ideally be suited for an individual who has had previous experience working nightly hours in a warehouse environment. Skilled in the use of counterbalance or high reach forklifts would be preferred, however we do offer in-house MHE training through our accredited instructor, should you wish to pursue this career path. The successful applicant will also be given extensive training in the safe and effective operation of all MHE and processes surrounding the loading and unloading of our vehicles.

Hours of work: 40hrs per week. To cover 20:00 - 07:30 (EG 22:00-07:00 inclusive of breaks). 8 hours per day.

What you need to succeed

• The ability to work under own initiative or in a team and be flexible in your approach
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Have a flexible attitude to working hours
• Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous
• Applicants must be of good health and of reasonable fitness and achieve a high work rate

What you\'ll do on a typical day

• Assist with the loading and unloading of our own vehicles.
• Undertake manual handling tasks that may involve some heavy lifting in a fast-paced environment
• Adhere to our Health & Safety policies, to ensure yours and your colleagues safe operation whilst working in a busy warehouse environment.

Why join us

• Competitive salary
• Fast paced friendly environment
• Access to employee assistance scheme.
• Pension scheme