Despatch​/Warehouse Operative - Alpha Manufacturing

Despatch/Warehouse Operative - Alpha Manufacturing, Pasturefields Lane, Hixon

Employment Type:

Full Time, Permanent

Application

Start Date:

23-07-2026

Application End Date: 27-08-2026

Location:

Pasturefields Lane, Hixon

State/County:
Staffordshire

Zip Code: ST18 0PH

Country:
United Kingdom

Work Style:
On-site

Industry: Engineering services

Category:
Engineering

Position:
Other engineering

Are you an experienced Despatch/Warehouse Operative that holds a counterbalance FLT License looking for your next opportunity?

Alpha Manufacturing, part of The HEX Group
, is a privately‑owned UK leader in sheet metal fabrication. Since 1989
, we’ve been driving excellence through innovation, craftsmanship and cutting‑edge technology. With over 200 skilled professionals
, we design, prototype and manufacture an impressive range of products from our state‑of‑the‑art facility in the heart of Staffordshire.

At Alpha Manufacturing,
our people are everything
. We invest heavily in apprenticeships, skills, and development to create a workplace where talent thrives.

Due to continued growth, we’re expanding our team and looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Despatch/Warehouse Operative to join us!

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Despatch/Warehouse Operative to join our busy team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customer orders are accurately picked, packed, labelled, and dispatched on time while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring correct labelling and documentation.
• Load and unload deliveries safely.
• Operate a Counterbalance FLT.
• Conduct stock checks and report discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Work closely with warehouse and production teams to meet daily targets.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.
• Light assembly work.

• Previous warehouse or despatch experience
• FLT Counterbalance license
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling tasks.

• Competitive pay rates plus overtime when the business requires
• Morning shift
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays & Christmas shutdown
• Company bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Long service awards
• Health Cash Plan
• Company events & food days

At Alpha Manufacturing,
diversity matters
. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.