Kuehne+Nagel

Warehouse Operative

Kuehne+Nagel  •  Telford, GB (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

It's more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade.

‎

Due to an exciting internal promotion, we're looking for a Warehouse Operative to join our welcoming and hardworking team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and takes pride in being part of a team that keeps things moving. With a regular Monday to Friday schedule of 8:00am to 4:00pm, you'll benefit from a healthy work-life balance, leaving your evenings and weekends free to enjoy what matters most.

How you create impact

  • Carry out assigned tasks including: picking, packing, goods receipt, checking, loading & unloading of vehicles, hygiene and the processing of returns
  • Operate Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and carry out other assigned Computer based tasks as required. Actively contribute towards continuous improvement projects and ideas
  • Operate to trained work instructions e.g. ABC Modules/ WI. Adhere to company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy
  • Comply with all instructed Safe Working Practices including the reporting of all accidents and incidents within the workplace
  • Achieve individual and team productivity performance standards including accuracy
  • Follow the escalation process where there is any deviation from the standard process
  • Adhere to company standards as detailed in the Code of Conduct Policy

What we would like you to bring

  • Experience working towards targets and meeting performance goals
  • Confident using computers and warehouse systems
  • MHE licence (where applicable)
  • Good understanding of warehouse operations, including picking, packing, loading, and stock handling
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining excellent attendance
  • Strong communication skills with a positive, can-do attitude
  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Able to work safely and follow established processes and procedures

What's in it for you

Join Kuehne+Nagel and build your future with us. We believe in recognising and rewarding the commitment, expertise and passion our people bring every day. In return, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package, including 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn additional leave through length of service.

You'll also have access to our contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension scheme and our Route 2 Rewards programme, offering employee discounts, recognition initiatives, wellbeing resources and a dedicated wellbeing centre to support you both professionally and personally.

As a proud holder of the Gold Armed Forces Covenant Award, we are committed to being a forces friendly employer and actively welcome applications from service leavers, reservists and veterans. We recognise the valuable skills, experience and perspectives they bring to our business and are proud to support their transition into civilian careers.

Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.

Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions of candidates without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.

Kuehne+Nagel

About Kuehne+Nagel

With more than 82,000 employees at almost 1,300 sites in close to 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics providers.

Headquartered in Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel is listed in the Swiss blue-chip stock market index, the SMI. The Group is the global number one in air and sea logistics and has strong market positions in road and contract logistics.

Kuehne+Nagel is the logistics partner of choice for 400,000 customers worldwide. Using its global network, logistics expertise and data-based insights, the Group provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for global companies and industries.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Schindellegi, CH
Year Founded
1890
Social Media