Warehouse Technical Operative

Warehouse Technical Operative

Location:

Tannochside, Uddingston Glasgow Permanent | Full Time | Shift Working Join our Team at Macphie

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Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire with sites in Glasgow and Midlands too. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.

Are you an experienced warehouse professional who is confident with stock management, warehouse systems and material handling equipment?

We’re looking for a Warehouse Technical Operative to join our team s is a hands‑on role for someone with a strong understanding of warehouse processes who can help ensure our operation runs safely, efficiently and to the high standards expected within a food manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the warehouse and yard areas. Alongside operational activities, you’ll use your knowledge of systems, processes and equipment to support and train colleagues and, when required, provide cover for the Shift Manager.

The role will operate on a two-week rotating shift pattern:

• Early Shift: 6am to 2:30pm
• Back Shift: 2:00pm to 10:30pm

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing stock effectively, including rotation, traceability and stock accuracy.
• Carrying out regular cycle counts and investigating any stock discrepancies.
• Using our ERP system to support stock control, planning and wider warehouse activities.
• Completing and maintaining accurate intake, outload and operational documentation.
• Supporting the induction and training of new warehouse team members.
• Deputising for the Shift Manager when required.
• Working closely with colleagues across Operations, Planning, Engineering and Quality.
• Helping the department achieve and improve against its operational KPIs.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and hygiene across warehouse and yard areas.
• Following our clean as you go approach and ensuring areas remain audit‑ready.
• Supporting quality processes, including non‑conformance and audit requirements.
• Working safely at all times and following Macphie’s Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices.
• Supporting the wider manufacture and movement of our food products to the required standards of safety, quality, output and hygiene.

We’re looking for someone who has strong practical warehouse experience and is comfortable working in a busy operational environment.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous warehouse experience within a busy production, manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Previous practical experience operating a Counterbalance Forklift – this is essential for the role. You do not need to hold a current licence, as appropriate refresher/retraining will be provided.
• FMCG or food manufacturing experience would be advantageous.
• Strong stock control and inventory management knowledge, including stock rotation, traceability and cycle counting.
• Confidence using computerised warehouse or ERP systems. Experience with IFS would be advantageous, although not essential.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety standards and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
• Good problem‑solving skills and the confidence to investigate discrepancies.
• The ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work…