Warehouse Operative

Job Title: Warehouse Operative

Location: Newton Aycliffe, County Durham

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Thursday: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Pay Rate: £12.10 per hour, with additional weekly bonuses for FLT Licences, Fire Marshall Certificates, or First Aid qualifications.

Berry Recruitment Darlington is currently recruiting Warehouse Operatives for a warehousing and distribution client based in Newton Aycliffe. This is a temporary-to-permanent role with a strong focus on career development and progression within the logistics sector. The company offers a comprehensive training scheme, including the opportunity to pursue an HGV licence in the future.

• Picking and packing orders to meet set targets efficiently and accurately.
• Operating warehouse management systems (computers and logistics databases) to track and manage stock levels.
• Ensuring that all health and safety guidelines are followed while working in the warehouse environment.
• Assisting with inventory checks and stock replenishment as required.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area.
• Operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts (FLT), where applicable.
• Collaborating with the team and other departments to ensure smooth operations and timely order processing.
• Supporting other warehouse functions as needed.

• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Experience in order picking and achieving set targets.
• Comfortable using computers and logistics databases for tracking inventory.
• A clean Full UK driving licence (must be over 18).
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

• Opportunity to progress to a permanent position.
• A structured training program to help you develop your skills, including the possibility of obtaining an HGV licence.
• Weekly performance-related bonuses for holding additional qualifications such as FLT Licences, Fire Marshall Certificates, or First Aid.

To apply for this position or to find out more, please contact Millie at the Darlington Branch on or apply directly through our website or app.

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Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.