As a Warehouse Operative in Bedford (MK41 7BJ), you will play a crucial role in the accurate and efficient assembly of customers' orders. We are seeking motivated, friendly, hard-working individuals who thrive in a dynamic work environment. Key Responsibilities: Accurate assembly of customers' orders Picking and loading goods onto cages in a safe and manageable manner Adhering to stock rotational procedures Performing accurate and efficient duties within other warehouse functions Accurate marking and storage of assembled orders awaiting dispatch The accurate loading of customer orders onto company vehicles Ensuring that drivers’ run-sheets, documentation and vehicle keys are distributed correctly on completion of loading The preparation of vehicles prior to loading Some Key Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required Essential Numerate and literate Warehousing and distribution experience Ability to work efficiently in a cold environment Desirable Ability to work in a freezer environment, earning an extra £1.12ph premium. FLT (Reach/VNA) licence, earning an extra £0.57ph premium. We can offer you: Excellent Rates of Pay plus Bonus Opportunity Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’ 24/7 access to your payslips and Rotas via HR/Payroll portal 10% Staff Discount in our SPAR stores Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme Company Pension Scheme NEST pension scheme Extra Holidays - Purchase Scheme Cycle to work - Bicycle purchase scheme Long Service Awards (e.g. 25 years service is £500 in vouchers and extra 4 weeks paid leave) Free Uniform Free On-site Car Parking A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd is one of the largest privately owned companies in the UK. Our forward-thinking family-owned business began life in 1917 as a counter-service grocery store and has grown from these humble beginnings into a company that now owns 260 SPAR convenience stores and employs more than 7,000 people, with a turnover of £1.3 billion. As one of the largest convenience retailers in the UK, we are always looking for innovative ways to create a point of difference. Food and drink have always been our lifeblood, and today our business has multiple divisions specialising in retail, food service and wholesale distribution. Inclusive environment : as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.