Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operative

Full-Time 13 £ / hour No working from home possible
Cotteswold Dairy

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Pick, pack, and rotate stock in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Company: Join Team Cotteswold, a leader in dairy distribution.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days holiday, health cashback scheme, and more.
  • Other info: Full training provided, modern tech, and a supportive team culture.
  • Why this job: Build a career with guaranteed progression and hands-on work.
  • Qualifications: Positive attitude, attention to detail, and flexibility with shifts.

Hours: Min. 37.5 hrs, 5 shifts Mon–Sat

  • Rota shifts: 07:00–16:30 / 09:00–18:30
  • Saturdays: 07:00–16:00

Location: Tewkesbury, M5 Junction 9

Overtime: 1.25x after 40 hrs

Looking to build a career, not just find a job? Join Team Cotteswold as a Warehouse Picker & Packer - the role connecting production to delivery across the UK.

You’ll work in our brand new chilled warehouse using the latest electric LLOP/PPT tech, picking orders with accuracy and speed to help us get fresh, local dairy to customers nationwide.

What you get (the good part)

  • Guaranteed progression paths → Checker | Team Leader | Forklift Driver
  • Full training + development - including qualifications
  • Modern equipment + new electric tech (2025 spec)
  • Overtime available + paid at 1.25x
  • Work that keeps you active, hands-on and moving

Benefits you'll actually feel

  • Competitive salary, annual wage review & cost of living support
  • 30 days paid holiday (rises with service)
  • Health & Wellbeing cashback scheme: £100s back in your pocket
  • Refer-a-friend bonus of £500
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted dairy products + doorstep delivery
  • Aviva pension (min 4% employee / 4.5% employer)

What you'll do

  • Pick, pack and rotate stock for customer orders accurately
  • Replenish stock & maintain a clean, safe work area
  • Load and secure orders for dispatch
  • Work as part of a fast-moving warehouse team
  • Operate PPT/LLOP (training provided)

What you need

  • Positive attitude + strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable with physical, hands-on work
  • Flexible with shifts + reliable transport to Tewkesbury
  • Warehouse/FMCG experience helpful - not essential
  • PPT/LLOP licence bonus - training available

If you want a role that offers more than clocking in and out - a place to build skills, progress quickly and be valued for what you bring - we’d love to hear from you.

Warehouse Operative employer: Cotteswold Dairy

Cotteswold Dairy is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Tewkesbury where quality and safety are at the forefront of our operations. With competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth, we foster a supportive culture that values attention to detail and proactive engagement. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality dairy products while advancing your career in a thriving industry.

Cotteswold Dairy

Contact Details:

Cotteswold Dairy Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Warehouse Operative

Attention to Detail
Order Picking
Stock Rotation
PPT Operation
LLOP Operation
Teamwork
Physical Fitness