Warehouse Operative

Working as part of the Warehouse team, the Warehouse Operative plays an important role in making sure customer orders are picked and packed to a high standard. The aim is to get things right first time and meet our customer service excellence targets. The role also includes providing a quick and accurate picking service for our Production team, supporting the wider operations function, and helping us uphold the company's mission, vision, and values.

You day to day responsibilities include:

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• Receiving and checking goods, reporting any issues.
• Organising and rotating stock to keep the warehouse running smoothly.
• Picking, packing and preparing orders for dispatch, including labelling and loading.
• Using counterbalance forklifts and reach trucks to move and load goods safely.
• Carrying out stock checks to maintain accuracy.
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and compliant with safety standards.
• Supporting the Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor with daily transport planning and dispatch.
• Completing general admin tasks such as printing orders, dispatch notes and filing.
• Making sure delivery notes and other paperwork are completed and stored correctly.
  We're looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, and keen to contribute as part of a team. The ideal candidate will take a proactive approach to their role, show attention to detail, and be committed to maintaining high standards in a warehouse environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who values teamwork, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a supportive operation.
  
  To be successful in this role, you'll need the following:
  
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• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Experience operating Counterbalance and Reach Trucks
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety practices within a warehouse
• Previous experience of warehouse understanding and its environment is desirable.
• Understanding of plastic products would be advantageous but not essential.
  Oadby Plastics is a leading plastics manufacturer with over 50 years of experience, built on a strong commitment to both our people and sustainability.

We pride ourselves on being a business that genuinely values and invests in its employees, offering a positive and supportive working environment where everyone feels empowered to do their best work. Our Braintree branch reflects the core values that define Oadby Plastics:
Attitude, Behaviour, and Culture. These values shape how we work together and how we support our customers every day. Guided by our vision of Customer Service Excellence, we provide a modern, well equipped environment where professionalism and collaboration thrive. At Oadby Plastics, we believe our people are at the heart of our success. We're proud to offer a workplace where individuals are supported, developed, and encouraged to grow as part of a stable, forward thinking business.

• Salary - £13.91 per hour
• Company profit share scheme
• Hours - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm
• Pension
• Annual leave - 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising with length of service
• Life assurance
• Free car parking
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
• Long service awards
• Free eye tests
• Employee referral scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing benefits:
  Employee Assisted Programme, 24-hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers