Picker / Packer - Continentals
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking to recruit Warehouse Operatives to work within a purpose built Distribution Centre. This role will involve working a continental shift pattern - (2 day shifts 6.00am-6.00pm and then 2 night shifts 6.00pm-6.00am and then you will have 4 days off. This will involve weekend working). The role is a temporary position with an opportunity of gaining a permanent post for the right person.
Duties of work:
- You will work from a pick list to pack and prepare orders and ensure they are sent out to the customer on time and correctly
- Working to daily targets
- Off loading wagons, scanning goods on receipt, moving onto other pallets and putting stock away
- Use of Manual Handling Equipment to pick orders
Experience:
- This role does require manually lifting the materials so applicants must be physically fit
- Previous experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing facility is preferred but not essential.
- Working to targets
Desired Experience:
- Experience working a continental shift pattern in a previous role.
Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Salary: £12.15 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: KES-V/5155-SBPI
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 Picker / Packer - Continentals roles across KES Solutions UK'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 £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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