Warehouse Assistant - Dayshift

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

IKEA Peterborough CDC are looking to welcome a Warehouse Assistant working full‑time PM shifts to join our hard‑working fulfilment team.

Ready to make a difference? We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our fast‑paced warehouse team. Whether you’ve got MHE experience or just the drive to learn, you’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly—handling goods, working safely around machinery, and keeping things organised with precision and care.

• Start date of employment will be 5th & 12th August.
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.45 per hour with an additional £1.50 forklift allowance.
• 40 hours per week (5 evenings out of
  7) with set shifts of 14:00–22:00, including Saturday and Sunday.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal to save on high‑street retailers.
• Life assurance of 3 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest‑free loans.
• Flexi Holiday Plan.
• Family‑friendly childcare & wellbeing support.

• Previous warehouse and MHE experience is preferred but not essential; motivation to succeed in a fast‑paced environment is required.
• The ability to stay on top of things—quick to prioritise, organised, and attentive to details that make a big difference.
• Self‑reliant and motivated, ready to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be over the age of 18 to comply with health and safety regulations.

• Receiving goods accurately, picking and packing orders, and keeping accurate stock records.
• Manual handling of heavy stock (training provided).
• Working with or around heavy machinery such as forklift trucks, counterbalance, and pump trucks to safely transport goods within the warehouse.
• Ensuring all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for co‑workers.

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and feel valued in the workplace.

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