Warehouse Operative

Warehouse Operatives – Must Have Your Own Reliable Transport (No Public Transport to Site to Align with Shift Times)

Looking for a position where you are more than just a number?

People Solutions are looking for reliable Warehouse Operatives to join our client’s bustling warehouse in Kettering / Islip (NN14 3JW
), working a rotating AM/PM shift.

You will be working in Kettering (NN14 3JW
) and, due to the location of the warehouse and shift times, you will require your own reliable transport.

This position is suitable for applicants looking for a role as a Warehouse Worker
, Order Picker
, or Picker and Packer
.

• Working 5 days out of 7: 06:00 – 14:00 / 14:00 – 22:00 (rotating weekly)
• Requirement to work Saturdays and Sundays, based on a rota, which will attract an enhanced rate.

• Monday
  - Friday:
  • 06:00 – 14:00: £13.40 per hour basic
  • 14:00 – 22:00: £14.74 per hour basic
• Saturday
  - Sunday:
  • 06:00 – 14:00: £17.42 per hour basic
  • 14:00 – 22:00: £17.76 per hour basic

Kettering, NN14 3JW
(conveniently located near Kettering, Corby, Thrapston, and Islip)

• Job security, with full‑time permanent positions available after a temp‑to‑perm period
• Regular rota and hours, so you know your schedule a few weeks in advance
• Career progression opportunities – develop your skills and move into Team Leader or Supervisor roles
• Supportive team culture, with on‑site management available for ongoing support
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities – free access to an on‑site gym, a discounted canteen with hot and cold food options, and free tea and coffee
• Activity and break areas with pool tables and table football
• Regular competitions and surveys via our work app, helping to keep the environment fun and engaging
• Training and development, including FLT and LLOP training

• Assisting with the loading and unloading of vehicles and checking in stock
• Sorting and placing stock onto pallets and rails
• Picking goods using a LLOP for store customers in line with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Preparing and completing warehouse orders for delivery or pick‑up according to a schedule
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety within your work area
• Operating LLOP vehicles safely and efficiently in line with standard operating procedures
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 15kg
• Carrying out any other duties as directed by management to support warehouse operations

• Ability to work full‑time rotating shifts (no part‑time shifts available)
• Previous warehouse experience (essential)
• LLOP experience desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided
• Own reliable transport due to warehouse location and shift times
• A basic level of English and numeracy to ensure safe working practices
• Reasonable physical fitness and comfort with lifting items up to 15kg
• Flexibility to work overtime and meet deadlines
• Ability to pass a Drug and Alcohol Test and a basic English and Numeracy Test
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK
• These are long‑term, full‑time roles and so you must be able to work full‑time hours

• Industry‑related training and ongoing support throughout