Warehouse Operative

MADEIRA is a market leading company within the Textile industry with subsidiaries and distribution centres worldwide. We provide customer satisfaction through product quality, availability and service.

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, physically capable and experienced Warehouse Operative to join our small, friendly and supportive warehouse team. Your role will include:

· Managing inventory using warehouse management systems to track stock levels and locations

· Handling materials efficiently, including loading, unloading and moving stock within the warehouse

· Unloading and loading trailers regularly

· Stocking shelves and organising storage areas to optimise space utilisation

· Conducting stock checks to maintain high standards of accuracy

· Operating forklifts and other warehouse machinery safely and effectively

· Ensuring health and safety protocols are always adhered to during daily operations

· Picking and packing orders using handheld warehouse devices with great attention to detail to ensure 100% accuracy.

· Working closely with other departments to maintain a high level of customer service

· Maintain a clean and safe working environment at all times

· Developing and maintaining a high level of product knowledge

The role involves being on your feet, handling boxes of stock and standing for long periods.

Qualifications
• Proven experience in warehousing operations is essential- a minimum of at least 2 years
• Ability to work efficiently in a physically demanding role involving load & unload activities
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail in stock control processes
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately
• Have a positive work ethic with a reliable attendance record
• Forklift licence essential
• Proactive can-do attitude with the ability to identify ideas and suggestions for improvement
• Knowledge and experience of working with warehouse handheld picking devices
• Ability to work effectively on your own and within a team
• Show excellent attention to detail
• Strong willingness to learn our operations
• Be organised
• Competent Maths and English skills
• Basic IT skills

What we offer

· New purpose-built offices & warehouse facility

· Full time employment - 37.5 hours a week – daytime hours

· Mondays – Fridays

· 3pm finish on a Friday

· Christmas Close down

· Regular company events

· Access to private health scheme after 12 months service

· Company pension scheme

· On-site Parking

· Salary £25,418 per annum / £13 / hour

· Immediate start

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.00-£13.40 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Experience:
• warehouse: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Forklift Licence (required)

Work Location: In person