Warehouse Operative (Heavy Duty Products / VNA Driver)

Warehouse Operative (Heavy Duty Products / VNA Driver)

Warehouse Operative (Heavy Duty Products / VNA Driver)

Date posted:

Location: Prolight Concepts (UK) Ltd, Edison Point, Regent Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 8LJ

Salary: £26,500 - £28,000 per year, depending on experience and VNA licence

Employment type: Full-time

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 18:00

Please note: No agencies or recruiters. We kindly ask that candidates who have previously applied and were not successful do not reapply at this time.

About us

At Prolight, we are a trusted partner to professionals across the entertainment, architectural, installation and leisure sectors. With over 20 years of industry experience, we supply cutting-edge lighting, audio, trussing and accessories, all backed by lightning-fast service and a personal touch.

From a vast product range and a 98% same-day dispatch rate to in-house cable manufacturing and a dedicated repairs department, efficiency and innovation are at the core of everything we do.

Job summary

We are looking for a dedicated and driven Warehouse Operative, ideally with VNA experience, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about teamwork, process improvement and delivering results.

If you are looking for a fulfilling role where you go home at the end of the day knowing you have put in a proper shift, this could be the job for you. Great team, growing business and plenty of movement throughout the day.

Please note: This is not a full-time VNA role. VNA duties are undertaken on an ad hoc basis.

Key responsibilities
  • Load and unload vehicles using manual handling techniques and equipment such as pallet trucks, FLT or VNA equipment where licensed.
  • Unload deliveries from suppliers and couriers.
  • Check goods against delivery notes and invoices.
  • Label and store stock accurately in designated locations.
  • Apply stock rotation methods including FIFO and LIFO.
  • Pick items accurately from a large inventory of more than 5,000 product lines.
  • Pack goods securely and prepare them for dispatch.
  • Conduct regular stock checks and report discrepancies.
  • Update inventory systems using manual and digital methods.
  • Prepare and load orders for shipment.
  • Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, VNA trucks, pallet jacks and scanners where trained.
  • Follow strict health and safety procedures at all times.
About you
  • Minimum two years’ experience in a warehouse operative role, ideally within a high-volume, multi-line picking environment.
  • Experience handling heavy-duty products safely.
  • Comfortable working in a physically active role with high daily step counts.
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations and best practices.
  • A VNA or forklift licence is essential for candidates undertaking the VNA element of the role.
  • Confident using pick sheets.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Strong team player with a proactive attitude.
  • Flexible with working hours when required.
Perks and benefits
  • State-of-the-art, modern working environment.
  • 24 days, bank holidays (normally 8) and then your birthday off after the first year.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Onsite parking.
  • Regular team socials.
Ready to join us?

Ready to join a fast-moving team where no two days are the same? We’d love to hear from you.

Please send our Recruitment Manager, Carolann, your CV along with a short note explaining why you are the perfect fit for Prolight. Email careers@prolight.co.uk.

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