Warehouse Operative (Pharmacy)

Location: Walton Summit, Preston
 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time 
 Salary: £12.71 per hour (Hourly Paid)
 

About the Role

Our client is a growing distance-selling pharmacy based in Walton Summit, Preston, looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Operative to join our fulfilment team. In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring prescription medicines and healthcare products are picked, packed, and despatched accurately and safely to patients across the UK.

This is a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment where precision, efficiency, and a commitment to high standards are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately pick, pack, and prepare prescription medications and pharmacy products for despatch.

Ensure all orders are processed safely and in accordance with pharmacy procedures and regulatory requirements.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation within the warehouse environment.

Support stock rotation, replenishment activities, and inventory control processes.

Identify and report discrepancies, damaged goods, or compliance concerns promptly.

Work efficiently to achieve daily despatch targets while maintaining exceptional levels of accuracy.

Handle sensitive products and information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Collaborate effectively with colleagues to support the smooth operation of the fulfilment team.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and regulated environment.

Reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering quality work.

Strong team-working skills with a positive and flexible attitude.

Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive products.

Desirable Requirements

Previous experience in a warehouse, packing, fulfilment, or pharmacy environment.

Experience working to performance targets and quality standards.

Knowledge of stock control or inventory processes.

Benefits 

Full training and ongoing support.

Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the pharmaceutical sector.

A supportive, structured, and team-focused working environment.

Potential for overtime opportunities.

Casual dress policy.

Company events.

Free on-site parking.