Location: New Smithfield Market, Manchester, M11 2WP
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Work
Hours: 07:30 - 17:00, 5 days out of 7 (including Sundays)
Warehouse Operatives Required
We are currently recruiting experienced Warehouse Operatives to join a busy and growing operation based at New Smithfield Market, Manchester.
This role is ideal for candidates with previous cold store or freezer warehouse experience who are comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments and undertaking physical warehouse duties.
Key Responsibilities
Stocking and replenishing warehouse inventory
Goods-in and goods-out duties
Loading and unloading vehicles and lorries
Container loading and unloading (typically 4 to 6-hour container shifts)
Picking and packing customer orders
Assisting with inventory and stock control
Working within cold store and freezer environments
Maintaining a clean and safe working area
Following all health and safety procedures
What We're Looking For
Previous cold store or freezer warehouse experience is essential
Experience in warehouse, distribution, or logistics environments
Good manual handling experience
Ability to work in chilled and frozen temperature conditions
Reliable, hardworking, and flexible approach to work
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Working Environment
This role involves working across:
Ambient warehouse areas
Chilled storage areas
Freezer environments
Loading bays and container operations
Candidates must be physically fit as regular lifting, loading, unloading, and manual handling duties are involved.
PPE Requirements
The following PPE is mandatory:
Safety boots
High-visibility vest
A site induction and risk assessment will be completed on your first day before commencing work.
Benefits
Weekly pay
Ongoing work opportunities
Full-time hours
Immediate starts available
Established and supportive warehouse team
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy distribution operation
If you have experience working in a cold store, freezer, or warehouse environment and are looking for a new opportunity, apply today for an immediate start
Salary description
£12.71 - £12.71 per hour