Warehouse Operative
Courteenhall, Northampton
About Us
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are currently looking for a Warehouse Operative to join us on a full-time basis, working 5 out of 7 days, from 2pm to 10pm.
The role is initially based at our Courteenhall, Northampton, but will move to our SDC Northampton site (NN7 2QA) from the end of July 2026.
Some travel to our Milton Keynes site (Tilbrook, MK7 8BN) to support induction and onboarding will be required.
The Benefits
- Salary of £28,537.32 with a shift allowance of £832
- 22 holiday days per year, increasing to 25 days after 5 years
- Opportunity for unpaid leave
- Health cash plan
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Free online fitness platform (Pilates, yoga, mindfulness, nutrition support, and more)
- Employee benefits including free eye tests, discounts on gym memberships and high street vouchers
- Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support, life events counselling and care concierge service
- Tailored development and career opportunities
This is a great opportunity for a team-focused warehouse professional with an FLT, counterbalance, reach truck, or pallet stacker licence to build a long-term career with our global logistics business.
Alongside a varied, fast-paced role, you’ll have access to plenty of training and development designed to help you progress and achieve your career goals.
So, if you are ready for your next warehouse role with great rewards and a comprehensive benefits package, we’re waiting to hear from you. Read on and apply today.
The Role
As a Warehouse Operative, you will support the smooth day-to-day running of our Northampton warehouses.
Specifically, you will perform a variety of tasks and general duties, including the operation of MHE to support operations, working with a strong focus on H&S.
You will safely load and unload trailers, handling goods correctly to ensure minimal damage, complete any relevant paperwork, and utilise MHE and automation systems.
Additionally, you will:
- Adhere to all H&S procedures and utilise PPE
- Complete equipment checks and any risk assessments
- Seek ways to improve processes and drive efficiency
- Communicate any concerns or issues to your team leader or manager
About You
To be considered as a Warehouse Operative, you will need:
- Previous warehouse experience
- An FLT, counterbalance, reach truck, or pallet stacker licence (A2)
- Good levels of literacy and numeracy
- Awareness of manual handling techniques
- Teamworking skills
- The ability to work to tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail
- A good level of general education, including a good understanding of both written and verbal English
- A full, valid driving licence (some travel to our Milton Keynes site will be required)
Please note, this role will involve manual handling and lifting items up to 20kg.
The closing date for this role is 1st April 2026.
Other organisations may call this role FLT Driver, Counterbalance Operative, Warehouse Operative, MHE Operative, Distribution Operative, Logistics Operative, Warehouse Loader, or Warehouse Worker.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics and Webrecruit are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
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