Picking and Packing Operative

📦 Job Title: Picking and Packing Operative

Location: Heywood, Greater Manchester

🛠️ About the Role

We are currently recruiting Picking and Packing Operatives to join a fast-paced warehouse team in Heywood. This is a hands-on role focused on stock replenishment and order packing using handheld scanners. No forklift trucks are used on site, and there is no rework involved.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

• Replenishing stock accurately and efficiently

• Packing orders using handheld scanning devices

• Manual handling of goods

• Maintaining a clean and organised work environment

📍 Candidate Requirements

• Must be punctual, reliable, and available to work weekends during peak season

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

🕒 Working Hours

Standard Hours (Outside Peak):

• Monday to Friday: 08:15 – 17:15

• Arrival time on Day 1: 08:00

• Breaks: 1 hour unpaid (either 15 mins AM + 45 mins lunch or a full 1-hour lunch)

Peak Period (November – January):

• Operation runs 7 days a week

• Weekend work is mandatory

• Shift Patterns:

• Weekdays: 11:00 – 20:00

• Weekends: 08:00 – 17:00

Staff working weekends receive 2 days off during the week

No holidays permitted in November or December due to business demand