Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Reference: 75633565789_1771397635

We're looking for a skilled Warehouse Operative to support all aspects of our warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in warehouse related work and ideally have used Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) previously. This is predominately a manual warehouse role with limited FLT driving (10%) and will involve some heavy lifting.

Key Responsibilities for a Warehouse Operative:

  • Picking and packing orders
  • Hand balling/manually unloading deliveries
  • Producing paperwork and dispatch labels
  • Liaise with transport companies ensuring daily collection targets are met.
  • Picking & packing orders for despatch ensuring a high level of accuracy using hand held scanners.
  • Manage stock and prepare transfers for loading goods on to delivery vehicles.
  • Loading and unloading delivery vehicles by hand or with MHE.
  • Ability to move between departments

Key Skills for a Warehouse Operative:

  • Valid forklift license
  • Strong communication skills & team player.
  • Organised, pro-active & positive attitude.

Additional Info:

  • Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am-5.30pm 8.00am-2.45pm on Friday
  • Salary: £27,200 per annum
  • Start Date: ASAP


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£27,000.00 - £27,500.00
Per annum
GBP27000 - GBP27500 per annum

Flitwick

Permanent

Added 18/02/2026
Reference: 75633565789_1771397635

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

Flitwick
Permanent

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