About the Role
Warehouse & Goods In Operative Salary: £30,000 per annum Location: London SE18 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 (including scheduled breaks) About the Role Our client is a leading manufacturer of natural essential oils and ingredients supplying the global flavour and fragrance industry from their base in London SE18. They are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Warehouse Operative / Goods In Coordinator to join their busy warehouse team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy, organisation, and teamwork are essential. This position offers a great opportunity to join a growing business within a specialist industry, with full training provided and long-term development potential. We need to make sure that candidates have high energy, are adaptable, pragmatic, a digital native, and not set in their ways, with a lot of runway to grow with the company. Key Responsibilities Goods In / Receiving Receive, inspect, and book in all incoming deliveries Check goods against purchase orders for accuracy and quality Record stock movements accurately on internal systems Report discrepancies, damages, or shortages promptly Ensure all goods are labelled, stored, and handled correctly in line with procedures Warehouse Operations Pick, pack, and prepare materials for production and dispatch Maintain accurate stock levels through regular checks and updates Ensure warehouse areas are kept clean, safe, and organised at all times Support stock rotation (FIFO) and inventory control processes Assist with loading and unloading deliveries Health, Safety & Compliance Follow strict health & safety procedures at all times Adhere to food industry standards and hygiene requirements Use PPE correctly and consistently Support compliance with internal quality systems General Duties Operate forklifts (if licensed) – training provided if required Work collaboratively with production, logistics, and quality teams Support continuous improvement within warehouse processes Carry out additional duties as required by management Candidate Requirements Previous experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment (minimum 1 year preferred) Strong literacy and numeracy skills Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude High attention to detail and accuracy Willingness to learn and develop new skills Forklift truck (FLT) licence desirable but not essential (training can be provided) Right to live and work permanently in the UK What’s on Offer £30,000 annual salary Monday to Friday working pattern (work-life balance) Company pension scheme Private medical insurance Full training and development opportunities Long-term career progression within a specialist manufacturing business