Warehouse Operative - Export Packing

WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE - EXPORT PACKING - Broughton Astley, Leicester

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative - Export Packing to join our well-established client based in Broughton Astley, Leicester.

£26,700 - £28,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | Permanent Position | Full Training Provided | Long-Term Career Progression | Specialist Export Packing Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established international freight and logistics business offering full training, long-term career stability, and the opportunity to develop specialist export packing skills within a secure bonded warehouse environment.

This role would suit candidates with experience as a Warehouse Operative, Export Packing Operative, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Assembly Operative, Packing Operative, Woodworker or General Operative.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday • 07:30 - 16:00

Salary

• £26,700 - £28,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Benefits

As a Warehouse Operative - Export Packing, you will receive the following benefits:

• Permanent Position • Monday to Friday Working Pattern • Full Training Provided • Specialist Export Packing Training • Long-term Career Progression Opportunities • Stable and Supportive Working Environment • Opportunity to Develop Specialist Skills Within International Logistics

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Warehouse Operative - Export Packing, your duties will include but not be limited to:

• Manufacturing and assembling bespoke wooden export cases and crates • Packing machinery, equipment, and high-value goods for worldwide shipment • Preparing cargo to customer specifications and international export standards • Using a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively • Loading and unloading goods within the warehouse • Supporting the movement and storage of cargo throughout the warehouse • Working within a secure bonded warehouse environment • Following all health and safety, quality, and security procedures • Supporting general warehouse duties as required

Essential Skills

To be successful as a Warehouse Operative - Export Packing, you will need:

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, production, assembly, construction, woodworking, or other practical hands-on experience • A positive attitude with a willingness to learn new skills • Good attention to detail • The ability to work independently and as part of a team • A reliable and hardworking approach • Good communication skills

Due to the nature of this role and the secure cargo handled within the warehouse, successful applicants must also be able to:

• Pass a Basic DBS check • Provide a five-year employment or education history with no gaps exceeding 28 days • Provide proof of right to work and photographic ID (such as a British Passport or UK Driving Licence)

Desirable Experience

• A Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence would be advantageous but is not essential

Training Provided

• Full industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your employment • Specialist export packing training within a secure bonded warehouse environment