Warehouse Operative (FLT Required)

  • Reed Specialist Recruitment
  • Ashford, Kent
  • Feb 28, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse / Stores Operative (must have a counterbalance or reach forklift licence)
Location: Ashford
Contract: Temporary to permanent
Pay rate: 13.65, rising to aprx 14.15 in April
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

Responsibility: Handling, organising and managing stock within the warehouse. Ensuring receipt and correct storage of raw materials. Despatching and loading of finished products.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Receipt and documentation of incoming raw materials (Raw Material Intake Procedure) for Traceability and Intake checks.
  • Ensure delivery note quantity matches actual quantity delivered.
  • Ensure correct raw material and quantity is booked onto the internal stock system.
  • Correct batch and stock rotation of ingredients to maintain the correct traceability throughout the process.
  • Ensure selection of ingredients for picking and batching are labelled correctly and ready in time for the according production plan.
  • Maintaining correct control of ingredients at risk from cross contamination (Organic, allergens and allergenic raw materials).
  • Carry out regular and routine stock checks of all raw materials.
  • Ensure correct documentation, preparation and despatch of finished goods.
  • Maintaining clean and safe areas of work and in a tidy condition at all times. (Dry Stores, Chill store's & Cold Store Area's)
  • Good housekeeping of the external yard areas.
  • Maintaining forklift truck in good condition, with appropriate documented checks.
  • Working within the Health and Safety guidelines.

What We're Looking For:

  • Previous experience in warehousing is required.
  • A reach or counterbalance forklift licence is required.
  • Must be comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling.
  • A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to work.

Apply today!