Warehouse Operative
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Warehouse
Forklift Operator, Material Handler, Distribution/ General Warehouse, Warehouse Associate
Gilkes is looking to appoint an enthusiastic & motivated Warehouse Operative to join us at our head office in Kendal, Cumbria.
Reporting to the Despatch and Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for processing inventory received from internal and external suppliers. The role will be a mixture of goods in and main stores. You will work closely with colleagues to ensure production and assembly requirements are met correctly and on time.
The Role
- Picking material for machining and build
- Dealing with customer orders
- Ensure all safety objectives are observed
- Receive, inspect, and process inventory from internal and external suppliers
- Booking in and out of inventory using computerised inventory control system
- Assist department with identifying obsolete inventory
- Identify shortages on delivery notes
What You’ll Need to Succeed
The right candidate for this role will:
- Have a high level of attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
- The ability to work in a systematic and thorough manner
- Have good communication, planning and organisational skills
- Have high energy and commitment
- Flexible, adaptable and a positive attitude to work
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
- GCSEs in English & Maths at Grade 6 (A-C) or equivalent
- You will need to be computer literate
- You will have exposure to a similar working environment e.g. industrial or manufacturing
- Working knowledge of technical systems
- Forklift truck experience is desirable
In return we offer a generous benefits package including:
- 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
- Generous pension scheme (employer 10% contribution)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell holiday)
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Company events
- Gym membership discount
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,529.00-£28,858.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kendal LA9 7BZ
: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Forklift: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location:
In person
Title: Warehouse Operative
Company: GILBERT GILKES & GORDON LTD
Location: Kendal
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