Customer Warehouse Operative

Are you a detail‑oriented individual with an interest in logistics? Join our efficient team as a Warehouse Operative, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our store. If you're ready to take on a practical role in a lively warehouse, we want to hear from you! WHAT WE OFFER The Start Date of employment will be: 28th February 2026 This role offers an hourly rate of £13.45 Full Time: 39 hours working 5 days per week including evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends. Hours of operations for this area are from 6am to 9:30pm and we are looking for people with a variety of availability. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co‑workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. 15% IKEA discount portal helping you save £100’s on High‑street retailers. Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions interest free loans. …as well so much more! WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail. Experience in utilising technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency. You are prepared to act on your own initiative and to participate in group efforts. You are comfortable using computers and handheld devices to support with the picking/filling of stock or to answer customer questions. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY Serving customers in the warehouse, balancing both warehouse and customer‑facing responsibilities. Effectively perform the role in the assigned area of responsibility, which includes, manual handling of heavy stock, receiving and replenishing goods with accuracy, picking and packing customer orders and keeping accurate records of stock levels. Working with or around heavy machinery, such as, Forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse. Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co‑workers. You will be required to manually handle all of our products ranging from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes. WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us as valued members of the team. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many. RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. Please attach an updated CV and a cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face‑to‑face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email Recruiter emma.jones4@ingka.ikea.com who will be ready to help! #J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: GBP 27800 per year

Back to blog

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...