Warehouse Operative

About Us

goodnus Ltd is a leading food & beverage distribution business based in Harlow, supplying milk, milk alternatives, fruit, snacks, tea, coffee, chilled drinks and more into some of London s most iconic workplaces. We re sustainability-focused, SALSA-accredited, and committed to high standards of food safety and operational compliance.

The Role

Hours

Monday to Friday

09 00 (with some flexibility)

We re looking for a hands-on Warehouse Operative to help keep our fast-moving, temperature-controlled operation running smoothly. You ll work across the core warehouse supporting various functions, such as goods-in, fruit checking, picking and packing, amongst other day-to-duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Picking & Packing:
  Accurate order picking (including mixed ambient/chilled), careful packing, and clear labelling.
• Fruit Quality Control:
  Daily visual and taste checks against goodnus standards; proactive removal of sub-standard items.
• Goods-In:
  Assisting with receipt, checking quantities/quality, completing put-away, and rotating stock (FIFO).
• Housekeeping:
  Keeping zones clean, tidy and safe (5S mindset), disposing of cardboard/waste, and supporting daily/weekly checks.
• Stock Control:
  Helping with cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in a warehouse or logistics role (food & beverage or temperature-controlled environment is a plus).
• Solid understanding of FIFO/stock rotation and basic stock control.
• Comfort with fruit quality checks and handling perishable goods.
• Good level of fitness for lifting, moving pallets/stock, and being on your feet.
• Reliability, strong attention to detail, and a positive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude.
• Basic IT literacy for handhelds/WMS and Microsoft Office is helpful.

• Forklift (Counterbalance) certificate is a bonus; training may be available.
• Must have UK Driving Licence.

Personal Attributes

• "Can-do" attitude with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved when necessary.
• Problem-solving mentality, adaptable to changing priorities.
• Punctual and reliable.