Warehouse Operative Specialist

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on Warehouse Operative Specialist to support the accurate handling, storage, and distribution of high‑value, temperature‑sensitive genetic assets.

You will need precision, attention to detail, be reliable, and need a commitment to safety and quality standards as well as the ability to work to strict deadlines in a regulated and safety‑focused environment to be successful in this role.

You will have the opportunity to work in a specialised, high‑volume warehouse environment supporting critical genetic distribution across domestic and international markets.

Full training and support will be provided for this position.

Please note that there will be a 5‑year employment check (with any gaps in employment supported) together with a DBS check required prior to hiring.

• Core working pattern of approximately 36–40 hours per week, structured across Monday to Friday
• Typical daily start times range from 7:00am to 8:00am, with finish times between 4:00pm and 4:30pm
• Early finish on Fridays (typically midday)
• Includes a paid lunch break on full working days

• Pick, pack, and dispatch orders accurately and efficiently
• Manage goods‑in and goods‑out processes
• Conduct stock management, stock taking, and inventory checks
• Store, handle, and process genetic materials preserved in liquid nitrogen
• Prepare shipments in line with country‑specific export and packaging requirements (EU and international)
• Ensure all orders meet strict distribution deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements and shipment details
• Operate within safety protocols when handling hazardous materials, including use of PPE
• Support warehouse operations across UK sites and global distribution channels
• Handling and distribution of liquid nitrogen–stored genetic assets across UK and international markets
• Managing large volumes of inventory, including millions of individual assets annually
• Working with a wide range of items and storage locations
• Preparing multiple export shipments per week with varying quantities and packaging requirements
• Operating within a high‑value supply chain with strict accuracy and compliance expectations

• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast‑paced warehouse environment
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Comfortable working with hazardous materials (full training and PPE provided)
• Ability to follow strict processes and compliance standards
• Reliable and able to meet deadlines consistently
• Willingness to undergo background and employment checks as part of onboarding
• Full driving license required

• Role involves handling hazardous substances (liquid nitrogen) with appropriate safety training and equipment provided
• Security and compliance checks are required prior to starting employment
• Overtime opportunities may be available depending on operational needs
• 60+ GB packing lists weekly
• 1.3 to 1.5 million assets dispatched per year into GB sites
• C. 6K different items and locations picked from per month
• Packing 10+ export shipments per week containing between 3K and 20K singular assets in each shipment, packing in 25’s, 35’s in bulk and on canes
• Export to 20+ EU countries and 15+ rest of the world
• 2.0 million+ individual assets exported annually and increasing

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.