Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Warehouse Operative / Bottling Specialist to join our dynamic team, starting as soon as possible.
This is a hands-on role based on-site, combining warehouse operations, forklift driving, and bottling line activities. You will be responsible for the safe movement of goods throughout the warehouse, supporting bottling operations, and helping maintain efficient day-to-day warehouse and production activities. Experience within the whisky or spirits industry would be highly advantageous.
Duties
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to load, unload, move, locate, relocate, stack, and count goods within the warehouse.
- Handle materials and casks with care to prevent damage during transportation and storage.
- Assist with bottling operations, including operating bottling machinery, labelling, packing, and preparing finished goods for dispatch.
- Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on warehouse and bottling equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Support shipping and receiving processes, ensuring accurate documentation of all transactions.
- Maintain an organised warehouse environment by keeping work areas clean, safe, and orderly.
- Utilise the Warehouse Management System (WMS) for tracking inventory levels, stock movements, and storage locations.
- Collaborate with team members to meet operational targets and production deadlines.
- Carry out heavy lifting tasks as required, ensuring adherence to manual handling and safety procedures.
- Assist with stock checks, cask handling, and warehouse housekeeping activities.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a warehouse environment is preferred.
- Valid forklift certification is essential.
- Experience operating bottling equipment, labelling machinery, or packaging lines would be highly desirable.
- Previous experience within the whisky, spirits, brewing, or beverage industry would be an advantage.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes is advantageous.
- Ability to safely handle materials and perform heavy lifting of 25 kg or more when required.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining quality standards.
- A proactive approach to health and safety, ensuring compliance with all workplace regulations.
- Good teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to support both warehouse and production activities.
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with whisky casks or bonded warehouse operations.
- Knowledge of bottling line setup, changeovers, and production procedures.
- Understanding of quality control processes within the spirits industry.
- Counterbalance forklift experience.
Flexible Working Options
We recognise that experienced candidates may be looking for greater flexibility in their working arrangements. For the right individual, we would be happy to consider this position on either a full-time or part-time basis, depending on experience, availability, and the needs of the business.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50-£15.00 per hour
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- CPCS (preferred)
Work Location: In person
