Warehouse Operative

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Job Title: Warehouse Operative Location: Belfast Work Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 18:00 to 02:30 and Friday, 18:00 to 01:30 (39 hours per week) Summary of Role We are seeking a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join our warehouse team in Belfast. This role is responsible for accurately picking and assembling customer orders using handheld scanning technology, ensuring products are handled safely and efficiently, and maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and customer service. The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth operation of the warehouse while adhering to Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements and company procedures.

Accurately pick and assemble orders using handheld scanning equipment. Move between workstations as required to support operational needs. Resolve picking exceptions and ensure orders are fulfilled correctly. Handle products with care and use appropriate packaging to prevent damage. Report damaged stock, packaging issues, or discrepancies promptly. Escalate pick face errors and stock location issues to supervisors immediately. Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and follow warehouse procedures. Comply with all health and safety requirements and wear PPE at all times. Skills and Knowledge Previous experience in a warehouse or distribution environment. Good attention to detail and accuracy when picking orders. Intermediate numeracy skills. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures. Commitment to health and safety compliance. Excellent customer service awareness. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Desirable Experience using handheld scanners or warehouse management systems. Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements. Experience working in a pharmaceutical or healthcare distribution environment. Understanding of stock control processes. Flexibility to support different warehouse functions as required. Experience working night shifts. Ability to identify and resolve routine warehouse issues. Knowledge of warehouse quality standards.

Competitive pay of £12.95 per hour. Shift allowances and night premiums. Full training and ongoing development opportunities. Annual GDP refresher training and compliance support. Supportive team environment. Opportunities to develop warehouse and logistics skills. Employee PPE provided. Stable full-time working hours. . High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Less than 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field required.

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent certification preferred.

Knowledge in warehouse operations processes, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, and shipping. Knowledge in inventory control principles, stock movement tracking, and material traceability requirements. Knowledge in temperature-controlled handling and cold chain support requirements for sensitive products and materials. Knowledge in packaging materials, reusable shipping assets, and replenishment practices within warehouse operations. Knowledge in shipment documentation, operational recordkeeping, and transaction processing requirements. Knowledge in safe material handling practices and the use of warehouse equipment and tools. Ability to follow established warehouse procedures and standardized work instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records and update operational