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.
• Must have previous and recent forklift driving experience working inside a warehouse.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Training & Development
• Company Pension
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Subsidised canteen onsite
• Free on-site parking