Warehouse Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity has arisen for 3 mid shift Warehouse Operators to join our wonderful team at Mr Fothergill’s Seeds.
About us
For the last 44 years, Mr Fothergill’s has been ‘sowing’ the joy of gardening across the world with our impressive, high- quality seed ranges and equipment including that of Darlac. We believe that gardening provides not only a good-looking lawn but a therapeutic exercise for the mind and body of all ages.
Opportunities
These opportunities are full time and based at our Kentford site. Our Warehouse Operators will work within the business-to-business despatch warehouse, from which we fulfil customer orders for finished goods.
The Warehouse Operators will be working across the Picking, Despatch or Stock Control functions of our warehouse in order to meet the business needs.
What You’ll Be Doing
At All Times
Ensuring the warehouse is a safe, clean and tidy work environment, that equipment and tools are safe and in order and you and your colleagues are working safely.
Taking part in stock-checks and full inventory counts to ensure stock accuracy, using paper instructions and/or handheld computer devices.
Sharing knowledge, skills and training with your colleagues, especially with new starters.
Picking
Picking & packing customer orders from paper pick-slip instructions and/or using handheld computer devices.
Working with the other pickers to collaborate on picking orders where necessary.
Adapting to changes in methodology throughout the season (Wave, Zone, Single Order).
Remembering the order requirements by customer or order type.
sing best practice to ensure packing meets customer expectations.
Despatch
Preparing orders for collection by courier or haulier.
Sealing boxes and stacking onto pallets.
Attaching necessary paperwork and labels for each order.
Use of pallet wrapper machine and semi-automatic strapping machine.
Follow processes and procedures regarding quality control, customer-specific requirements, etc. as directed by the Warehouse Team Leader (Despatch).
Stock Control
Physically (including using pallet truck, including at height) and in the system using handheld computer devices:
Moving of stock from receipt to storage locations (put-away).
Moving of stock from storage locations to pick-face locations (replenishment).
Preparing/building cartons for use by the picking team.
Regularly checking stock of consumables.
Other tasks and duties may be assigned by the Warehouse Team Leaders or Warehouse Supervisors according to daily business requirements.
You may be requested to work overtime hours during busy periods.
General Requirements:
- To adhere to company policies and procedures
- To comply with health and safety requirements ensuring your safety and that of your colleagues
- To take on other related duties as required
- To act with professionalism and have a committed approach to your work
- To undertake such training as may be required to fulfil your role in line with company expectations.
What You’ll Need to Bring
Essential
Attention to Detail.
Teamwork.
Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
Previous experience working in a warehouse would be advantageous.
We want to employ great people from all walks of life that reflect our growing, diverse customer base. Mr Fothergill's strives to be an inclusive employer, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share this belief too, then we would love to hear from you.
Please note
Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually regarding the status of their application. We absolutely appreciate the time you have taken to explore this opportunity with us at Mr Fothergill's Seeds, and thank you in advance for expressing your interest.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- NEWMARKET: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Warehouse Operator roles across Mr Fothergill’s Seeds Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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