Warehouse Operative

Kepak is a leading food company with 14 manufacturing sites and over 4,500 employees across Ireland and the UK, with a turnover of €1.75 billion. The Group operates across three divisions: Meat Division Ireland, Foods Division and Meat Division UK. Guided by our values - Responsibility, Ambition, Passion for Food, and Teamwork. We are committed to operating as a successful, sustainable, future-ready business that is a great place to work. We supply fresh and value-added meat based products to retail and foodservice through private label and our own brands, including Rustlers, Big Al's and John Stone. Responsibilities What is expected in this job? - Reporting to the Warehouse Manager the operative will partake in all aspects of the warehouse operation, with health & safety, communication, accuracy and efficiency of the operation being a priority. - Assisting in the maintenance of inventory and supplies by receiving, storing, and dispatching items in a timely manner. - Support the maintenance and organisation of the storage areas. - Assist the Stock Controller in maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring proper stock rotation. - Participate in scheduled and ad‑hoc stocktakes as required. - Adhere to all company policies and procedures at all times. - Wear all required PPE in accordance with Kepak guidelines. - Work collaboratively with the Coldstore team to ensure smooth operational flow. - Provide flexibility regarding working hours to meet business needs. - Working in a cold environment - Use Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel) as part of daily duties. - Use Workstations and Scanners for Picking Orders as part of daily duties, training provided. - Loading and Unloading of Containers using Forklift. - Putting away pallets delivered into racks using forklift. - Picking orders with the use of forklift. - Shift work may be required. Requirements What we need from you? - Good English communication skills, both written and verbal. - Enthusiastic and motivated with a proactive, safety‑focused mindset. - Dependable, with excellent timekeeping and reliability. - Able to work independently using their own initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team environment. - Efficient and able to perform manual tasks as required. - Willing to learn, develop new skills, and adapt to changing business needs. - Strong time‑management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. - Previous experience in order picking within a warehouse environment is an advantage. - Experience using Microsoft Office applications is an advantage. - Forklift driving experience working inside a warehouse is essential. Benefits - Private Health Insurance - Pension Plan - Training & Development - Company Pension - Bike to Work Scheme - Long Service Awards - Subsidised canteen onsite - Free on-site parking