Warehouse Operative
Location: Coalville
Shift: Monday to Friday, 21:00hrs – 05:30hrs
Competitive Salary: £30,700 per annum, based on a 40-hour working week, plus excellent overtime opportunities. Any hours worked over 40 per week are paid at £18.45 per hour, with additional shifts paid at £18.45 per hour on Saturdays and £22.14 per hour on Sundays. Premium rates of £29.52 per hour apply on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Job Description: Are you passionate about Warehouse and Logistics and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic logistics company? We are currently seeking a Warehouse Operative to join our team at our Coalville site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate forklift trucks where required to support warehouse operations (full training provided).
- Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently, including the manual handling of caged goods and occasional palletised stock, in line with company procedures and health and safety standards.
- Use warehouse management systems and scanners to receive, locate, replenish and dispatch stock accurately, ensuring customer orders are picked, sorted and prepared to a high standard.
- Replenish and consolidate stock as required, assembling cages and ensuring goods are stored safely within racking locations.
- Assist with warehouse duties including pallet breakdown, pallet wrapping, labelling and general order preparation.
- Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised working environment, ensuring all warehouse equipment is used responsibly and kept in good working order.
- Complete all relevant paperwork and warehouse documentation accurately, reporting any defects, damages or operational issues promptly to support continuous improvement.
Required Experience:
- Experience operating Counterbalance, PPT & VNA trucks is preferred but not essential as training can be provided.
- Previous experience of working within a warehouse environment.
- Good communication and team working skills.
- Attention to detail is essential.
- Ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
- Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
- Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
- Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.
How to Apply
If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.
Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@gregory.co.uk. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We’ll be in touch if we need you.
*Subject to terms and conditions.
Warehouse Operative Nights in Coalville employer: Gregory Distribution
Gregory Distribution is an excellent employer that values its team members by fostering a supportive work culture and providing ample opportunities for professional growth. Located in a dynamic transport hub, employees benefit from a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged, and their contributions are recognised. With competitive benefits and a commitment to employee development, joining our transport team means being part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to excellence in logistics.
