Warehouse Operative

Consolidation & Shipping Operative We are currently recruiting for a Consolidation & Shipping Operative to join a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment in Bedford. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with…

Pay rate £12.71/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 September 2026

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Consolidation & Shipping Operative

We are currently recruiting for a Consolidation & Shipping Operative to join a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment in Bedford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous warehouse, goods-in, consolidation or shipping experience who is looking for a stable Monday-to-Friday position with the opportunity to become permanent.

The Role

Working within the Consolidation & Shipping department, your responsibilities will include:

* Consolidating products and materials ready for dispatch

* Preparing orders for shipping

* Picking, checking and organising goods

* Ensuring products are correctly labelled and packaged

* Loading and unloading goods as required

* Moving stock and materials around the warehouse

* Carrying out regular manual handling duties

* Working closely with the warehouse and production teams

* Ensuring shipments are prepared accurately and on time

* Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

* Following all company health & safety procedures

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

* Previous experience within consolidation, shipping, goods-in, dispatch or warehousing

* Good attention to detail when checking orders and shipments

* Experience with manual handling

* A reliable and hardworking attitude

* Good organisational skills

* The ability to work independently and as part of a team

* A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

* Previous manufacturing or cable industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential

Working Hours & Benefits

* Monday to Friday

* 9:00am – 5:00pm

* Temporary to Permanent opportunity

* Full training provided

* Consistent working hours

* Long-term career opportunity

If you have previous warehouse, consolidation, shipping, dispatch or goods-in experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity in Bedford, apply today

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