Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer

Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer

Join a supportive York distribution team at Gear4Music, on a fixed-term contract until January 2027. Full training is provided, making this a welcoming opportunity for reliable, hardworking people who enjoy practical work, teamwork and a fast-paced environment.

NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED – FULL TRAINING PROVIDED

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Warehouse Assistant, Stores Operative, Goods In Operative, Dispatch Operative, Inventory Assistant, Order Picker, Packing Operative, Distribution Operative, Fulfilment Operative, Warehouse Associate

Benefits include weekly pay, free on-site parking and employee product discount.

GUARANTEED WEEKLY HOURS – MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

SALARY: £12.71 per hour + Benefits

LOCATION: York, North Yorkshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract

WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week over 5 days, with a rotating shift pattern.

Week 1 – Early Shift

Monday to Friday: 6:00am – 2:30pm / 8:00am – 4:30pm

Saturday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Week 2 – Late Shift

Monday to Friday: 2:30pm – 11:00pm

Sunday: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Flexibility to work both shift patterns is essential.

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an opportunity to join a busy distribution centre where accuracy, teamwork and customer service matter. The Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer will receive full training across warehouse functions in a supportive team.

As a Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer you will help move stock from goods-in through storage, picking, packing and dispatch for UK and international customer orders.

The Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer contributes to a safe, organised and efficient operation during seasonal demand.

About Gear4music

Gear4music is one of the world's leading online retailers of musical instruments and music equipment. From guitars and drums to recording gear and pianos, we're passionate about helping musicians at every stage of their journey.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for enthusiastic and reliable team members to help us deliver an outstanding experience to customers around the globe.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Warehouse Operative / Picker Packer include

Goods In and Storage: Receive, unload and store incoming stock

Picking and Packing: Pick and pack customer orders accurately

Labelling and Dispatch: Label and prepare products for dispatch

Order Processing: Process orders for customers in the UK and internationally

Safety and Organisation: Maintain a safe, organised and efficient working environment

Warehouse Support: Support wider warehouse operations as required

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

We're interested in people with the right attitude and willingness to learn. If you're dependable, hardworking and enjoy working as part of a team, we'd encourage you to apply.

ESSENTIAL

Flexibility to work both rotating shift patterns, including weekends

DESIRABLE

Confidence using technology such as tablets or handheld devices

Good communication and teamwork skills

A positive, reliable and professional approach to work

Basic literacy, numeracy and computer skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a physically active role

Willingness to learn and contribute as part of a team

BENEFITS

£12.71 per hour

Guaranteed 40 hours per week

Weekly pay

Employee discount on Gear4music products

Free hot drinks in the break room

On-site snack bar

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential support

Dedicated mental health support, including access to trained Mental Health First Aiders

Employee referral scheme

* Annual flu vaccinations

Plus the following: employee referral scheme, employer pension scheme, corporate eyecare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay scheme, enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay, annual flu vaccinations.

We have an open, collaborative, and friendly culture, and offer a supportive learning environment for people to grow and develop a career with us.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please let us know. A member of our friendly recruitment team will contact you to discuss your needs in more detail and ensure appropriate arrangements are made.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

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JOB REF: AWDO-C15237

This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Gear4Music