Warehouse Operative/Forklift Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Cake Décor is the largest manufacturer of edible cake decorations and toppings in the UK, producing an extensive range for leading Grocery retailers, food manufacturers and specialist artisan bakers. Originally a family business, our site in Cumbernauld has retained its innovative and creative culture working hand-in-hand with our customers to develop bespoke lines and solutions by combining our exceptional technical expertise with trend-led applications. Having achieved impressive growth over the years, we now form part of OV Group with sister sites in Sweden, Switzerland, Australia, Germany and the US, as well as four sites here in the UK as a business unit of Orkla ASA, a leading Nordic supplier of branded consumer goods
We’re now looking for a flexible, committed, and enthusiastic individual with previous warehouse experience to join our friendly and motivated team. You’ll be a team player with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to do your very best. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, and using handheld scanning technology, you’ll be involved in the timely supply of raw materials to the production lines; relocating finished goods to warehouse locations; loading and unloading vehicles; booking goods in/out and picking and preparing products for despatch. Working a weekly rotating shift pattern, hours of work are Monday to Friday 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00. Whilst in training for this role, you will be working 08:00 to 16:30. Hourly rates of pay are £10.90 Earlies/£12.50 Lates.
With previous experience gained in a busy Warehouse environment, you’ll be a licensed counterbalance FLT driver with an excellent understanding of safety regulations relating to the use of lifting equipment.
In return, you’ll become part of an inspiring culture that focuses on people. We are incredibly proud of where we have come from and where we are going. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.90-£12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (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 Operative/Forklift Driver roles across OV Group'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 £11 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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