Grade 3 Warehouse Operative x 2 (Nightshift)

Grade 3 Warehouse Operatives x 2 (Nightshift)
Yusen Logistics, Wellingborough (NN8 6BS)


The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

(Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position).

We are currently looking for 2 Grade 3 Warehouse Operatives (Nightshift) to join our committed team in Wellingborough.

We are offering a salary of £27,081.32 per annum & £1,872 Nightshift Allowance per annum. This is a shift pattern of Sunday – Thursday 22:00 – 6:00.

As a Grade 3 Warehouse Operative, you will support the effective running of the warehouse operation with the focus on picking, loading, unloading, reworking of products, inbound and outbound functions across the Wellingborough site.

The benefits:

• 22 holiday days per year, moving to 25 days following the completion of 2 full holiday years.
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Health cash plan
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• Employee benefits, i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities

Additional key tasks:
• As directed, safely picking a variety of products to rework to customer specification and loading products to specified deadlines.
• Follow Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Work Instructions (WI).
• Safely handle products during inbound and outbound processes, adhering to company procedures to minimise damage and prevent injuries.
• Appropriate use of MHE (Manual Handling Equipment) as directed and in accordance with training.
• Support warehouse efficiency by carrying out additional reasonable requests.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build positive working relationships.
• Follow all Health and Safety protocols, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and report concerns to your Line Manager.
• Perform equipment checks and report any defects promptly.
• Ensure any concerns, issues or variances are communicated immediately to your Line Manager, to allow the appropriate to be taken in a swift manner.


Key requirements
• A team player with a flexible, proactive attitude.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• MHE licences highly advantageous.
• Good general IT skills and ideally with experience of WMS/TMS systems (Opus, Excel, Outlook) – training will be provided where required.
• Previous warehouse experience in an efficient and responsive operation.
• Awareness of manual handling techniques is an advantage.
• Able to adapt to changing demands and meet deadlines.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.