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Warehouse Operative (Picking & Despatch)
Company
Edwards Employment Solutions Ltd
Location
Sheffield
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
Edwards Employment Solutions are recruiting for a Warehouse Operative (Picking & Despatch) to work with one of our Chesterfield-based clients.
We are currently looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join a busy and growing warehouse team. This role will focus on picking customer orders, preparing goods for despatch and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the warehouse operation.
The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse experience, good attention to detail and a positive, team-focused attitude. HME certification is desirable but not essential.
Details – Warehouse Operative (Picking & Despatch)
£13.45 per hour
Monday to Thursday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
Friday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Onsite Parking
Immediate Start Available
Duties Include
Picking customer orders accurately
Packing products ready for despatch
Labelling and preparing shipments
Assisting with goods in and stock replenishment
Carrying out quality checks on orders
Maintaining accurate warehouse records
Keeping the warehouse clean, organised and safe
Working as part of a team to achieve daily targets
What We're Looking For
Previous warehouse experience
Picking and packing experience preferred
Good attention to detail
Reliable and trustworthy attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
HME certification desirable but not essential
Good understanding of health and safety procedures
Why work on behalf of EES?
Dedicated team to support your working journey
Honesty and transparency – we'll tell you the true length of your assignment
Communication – you'll always be able to contact us
We work in partnership with our clients – we don't just send you anywhere
We have empathy – life happens!
If you're a reliable Warehouse Operative looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact us today
We are currently looking for a reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative to join a busy and growing warehouse team. This role will focus on picking customer orders, preparing goods for despatch and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the warehouse operation.
The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse experience, good attention to detail and a positive, team-focused attitude. HME certification is desirable but not essential.
Details – Warehouse Operative (Picking & Despatch)
£13.45 per hour
Monday to Thursday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
Friday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Onsite Parking
Immediate Start Available
Duties Include
Picking customer orders accurately
Packing products ready for despatch
Labelling and preparing shipments
Assisting with goods in and stock replenishment
Carrying out quality checks on orders
Maintaining accurate warehouse records
Keeping the warehouse clean, organised and safe
Working as part of a team to achieve daily targets
What We're Looking For
Previous warehouse experience
Picking and packing experience preferred
Good attention to detail
Reliable and trustworthy attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
HME certification desirable but not essential
Good understanding of health and safety procedures
Why work on behalf of EES?
Dedicated team to support your working journey
Honesty and transparency – we'll tell you the true length of your assignment
Communication – you'll always be able to contact us
We work in partnership with our clients – we don't just send you anywhere
We have empathy – life happens!
If you're a reliable Warehouse Operative looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact us today
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