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.

Hours Monday to Friday 09:00 – 19:00 (with some flexibility).

Must have a valid UK Driving Licence.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.