Warehouse Picker - Freezer (Afternoons) - 11am Start

Afternoon Warehouse Picker – Freezer

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Sawley Distribution Centre (Transferring to Bardon, LE67 after up to 9 months)

Salary: £14.93 per hour

⭐ Pay Premium: Receive an additional 8.5% premium for all freezer hours worked!

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week | 5 out of 7 days (including weekends)

Shift Times: Starts from 11:00 AM (end times vary based on business needs, typically 7–8 hour shifts)

📌 Important Location Notice: Successful candidates will initially train and support operations at the Sawley Distribution Centre for up to 9 months. Following this period, you will transfer to the new Bardon Distribution Centre (LE67). You must have your own reliable transport to reach both sites before applying.

About the Role

Are you active, hardworking, and thrive in a fast-paced setting? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is seeking dedicated Warehouse Pickers (Freezer Afternoon Shift) to join our partner's distribution operations.

Working in a cold freezer environment, you will be at the heart of the supply chain. Guided by a voice-headset system, you'll accurately pick products, operate equipment safely, and keep store-bound stock moving efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Accuracy & Picking: Accurately select product items using a headset guidance system to consistently hit picking targets.

• Paperwork & Verification: Carefully follow instructions and double-check order paperwork for high stock precision.

• Equipment Handling: Safely and efficiently operate Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE) (full training provided).

• Safety & Standards: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized freezer workspace while working at pace.

What We’re Looking For

• Physical Capability & Resilience: Comfortable working in sub-zero freezer environments and managing physical tasks during afternoon shifts.

• Attention to Detail: High accuracy when selecting and verifying products.

• Reliability & Attitude: Dependable, flexible, and equipped with a strong "can-do" mindset.

• Commute Readiness: Must have your own transport to commute to Sawley initially, and later to Bardon (LE67).

Pay & Benefits

This role comes with competitive compensation and a great package of employee benefits:

• 💰 Competitive Pay: £14.93/hr plus an extra 8.5% freezer premium on top of your worked freezer hours, with pay progression over time.

• ⏸️ Paid Leave: 4 weeks paid annual leave plus bank holidays.

• 📈 Training & MHE Certification: Comprehensive initial training and ongoing development to grow your warehouse career.

• 🧘 Wellness Perks: Access to wellbeing programmes, Employee Assistance, and lifestyle discounts (including gym memberships and entertainment).

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Support: Enhanced family leave options (maternity, paternity, neonatal, and adoption leave after 1 year of service).