Labourer​/Banding And Pallets

Location: Little Hulton, Greater Manchester, North West England

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Salary: £13.80 - £20.70 per hour

This role involves supporting warehouse and logistics operations with a focus on banding and pallet preparation. The successful candidate undertakes manual handling tasks to prepare goods for distribution, ensuring that items are securely banded and pallets are correctly assembled and maintained. The position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and adherence to health and safety standards within a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare and assemble pallets according to specified guidelines, ensuring stability and safety for transportation.
• Apply banding securely to goods and pallets to prevent damage during handling and transit.
• Load and unload materials using manual handling techniques and, where appropriate, mechanical aids.
• Inspect banding equipment and pallets regularly, reporting any defects or issues to the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and organised working area to comply with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with other warehouse duties including stock replenishment, order picking, and packing as required.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, particularly those relating to health and safety and manual handling.
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve daily operational targets.

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of manual handling practises and health and safety regulations.

• Minimum of GCSEs or equivalent qualifications preferred but not essential.

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Experience in pallet preparation, banding or similar manual labour roles is beneficial.

• Ability to carry out physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Attention to detail to ensure goods are securely banded and pallets are constructed correctly.
• Good communication skills to understand instructions and work safely within a team.
• Basic problem-solving skills to identify and report issues promptly.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Certification in manual handling or health and safety training.

• Familiarity with warehouse equipment and procedures.

• Work takes place in a warehouse environment, which may be subject to varying temperatures.
• The role involves standing, lifting, bending and other physical activities throughout the shift.
• Full-time hours with the possibility of shift patterns including early starts or late finishes.
• Compliance with personal protective equipment requirements is mandatory.
• Monday to Friday #removed#, early finish Friday