Warehouse & Goods In Operative

Warehouse & Goods In Operative
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: London SE18
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (including scheduled breaks)

About the Role

Our client is a leading manufacturer of natural essential oils and ingredients supplying the global flavour and fragrance industry from their base in London SE18.

They are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Warehouse Operative / Goods In Coordinator to join their busy warehouse team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy, organisation, and teamwork are essential.

This position offers a great opportunity to join a growing business within a specialist industry, with full training provided and long-term development potential.

We need to make sure that candidates have high energy, are adaptable, pragmatic, a digital native, and not set in their ways, with a lot of runway to grow with the company.

Key Responsibilities

Goods In / Receiving

• Receive, inspect, and book in all incoming deliveries
• Check goods against purchase orders for accuracy and quality
• Record stock movements accurately on internal systems
• Report discrepancies, damages, or shortages promptly
• Ensure all goods are labelled, stored, and handled correctly in line with procedures

Warehouse Operations

• Pick, pack, and prepare materials for production and dispatch
• Maintain accurate stock levels through regular checks and updates
• Ensure warehouse areas are kept clean, safe, and organised at all times
• Support stock rotation (FIFO) and inventory control processes
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow strict health & safety procedures at all times
• Adhere to food industry standards and hygiene requirements
• Use PPE correctly and consistently
• Support compliance with internal quality systems

General Duties

• Operate forklifts (if licensed) – training provided if required
• Work collaboratively with production, logistics, and quality teams
• Support continuous improvement within warehouse processes
• Carry out additional duties as required by management

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment (minimum 1 year preferred)
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Forklift truck (FLT) licence desirable but not essential (training can be provided)
• Right to live and work permanently in the UK

What’s on Offer

• £30,000 annual salary
• Monday to Friday working pattern (work-life balance)
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Full training and development opportunities
• Long-term career progression within a specialist manufacturing business