Warehouse Operative - Night shift

Reference: Warehouse Op -Bed_1784020466

Warehouse Operative (Freezer/Cold Store) - Night Shift

Pay rate: 14-16p/h

Company: Bedford

Contract Type: Full-Time
Hours: 10pm-6am, 40 hours per week (5 days out of 7, including weekends)

Job Purpose

To accurately pick, assemble, and prepare customer orders for dispatch within a multi-temperature warehouse environment. This role requires working efficiently in cold-storage and deep-freeze sections to ensure on-time delivery across our distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

  • Order Picking: Pick customer orders accurately using voice-activated picking systems or handheld scanners.
  • Pallet & Cage Assembly: Securely stack and load goods onto cages, pallets, or crates to ensure safe transport.
  • Dispatch & Loading: Move completed orders to designated dispatch areas and assist with loading delivery vehicles.
  • Stock Rotation: Follow strict stock management procedures (First In, First Out) to maintain product quality.
  • Safety & Housekeeping: Operate all warehouse machinery safely and keep the cold-store workspace clean and hazard-free.

Key Requirements

  • Physical Fitness: Ability to work efficiently in low-temperature environments (down to -23°C) and lift heavy items safely.
  • Reliability: Strong punctuality and a flexible attitude toward shift patterns and weekend work.
  • Experience (Preferred): Previous experience in logistics, warehousing, or cold-store environments is a plus.
  • Licences (Desirable): A valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence (Reach or VNA) is highly advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

  • Environment Premiums: Additional hourly pay allowances for deep-freeze duties.
  • Licence Uplifts: Higher hourly rates for certified FLT drivers.

How to Apply:

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Insha Khursheed on 01908 732645 or submit your CV to Insha.Khursheed@proactiveglobal.com alternatively, apply to this advert!

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£13.98 - £15.50
Per hour
GBP13.98 - GBP15.50 per hour

Bedford

Contract

Added 14/07/2026
Reference: Warehouse Op -Bed_1784020466

Warehouse Operative - Night shift

Bedford
Contract

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