Warehouse Operative
Culina
£13.31–£14.81 per hour
Avonmouth, England
Full time, permanent
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About Culina
Culina is a logistics company. They specialise in food and drinks distribution.
Job description from Culina
Company Description
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- NEW PAY RATES FROM AUGUST - UP TO £14.81 *
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"Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you looking for opportunities to learn new skills whilst progressing within a striving business on a full-time permanent contract.
Culina Logistics is the leading 3rd party logistics business in the UK specialising in chilled warehousing, providing an excellent platform to food and drink manufacturers.
We are now recruiting for warehouse operatives to join our chilled distribution operation at our depot in Bristol.
What You'll Do
As a business, we pride ourselves in providing an excellent work life balance for our colleagues by operating on a 4 On 4 Off Shift Pattern. Colleagues can choose from the following shift patterns:
- Permanent Nights, 7.00pm to 7.00am Hourly Rate of £14.81
- Permanent Days, 7.00am to 7.00pm - Hourly Rate of £13.31
- Permanent Twilights shifts, 13:00pm to 23:30pm - Hourly rate of £14.01.
- Rotating Days and Nights, 7.00am to 7.00pm / 7.00pm to 7.00am - Hourly Rate of £14.11
The salary is dependent on shift pattern, with overtime opportunities available. Overtime shifts are paid at time and a half (x1.5) of the standard hourly rate for each hour worked. For the order picker role there will also be a £1 per hour picking bonus in addition to the hourly rate.
Working in a fast paced environment, our warehouse operatives are responsible for the picking and dispatch of packaged chilled products to retailers nationwide.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
We are looking for applicants with a strong work ethic and real attention to detail, who want to build a career in logistics. Though previous experience in a fast paced warehouse environment could be an advantage, this is not a requirement, as full training will be given following the induction. Our roles are based in a busy distribution centre, so colleagues will be constantly active throughout their working shift.
Additional Information
What We'll Offer
As part of the team at Culina Logistics, you will receive:
- A full-time permanent role into the New Year - We wont drop your workload like similar business into the New Year.
- Competitive Salary
- Competitive Holiday Allowance
- Full Branded Uniform
- Free Hot Drinks
- Overtime Opportunities
- Company Pension Scheme
- Employee Benefit Platform; discounts on high street retailers, holidays, activities, utilities
- Product Giveaways
- Learning and Development Opportunities
Following your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role in greater detail and arrange a site tour and face to face interview.
Why wait, join our winning team today!
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Job insights from Breakroom
Warehouse operative
Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products
What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:
- Take delivery of goods and raw materials
- Pack and wrap goods
- Check for damaged or missing items
- Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
- Load goods ready for dispatch
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Heavy lifting
- Night work
- Cleaning
- Physical activities
What employees say
Pay
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do Culina pay warehouse operatives enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
93% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Most people are paid market rates
Do Culina pay warehouse operatives market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
83% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do warehouse operatives at Culina get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
37% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Culina pay warehouse operatives sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do warehouse operatives at Culina do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
81% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do warehouse operatives at Culina worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do warehouse operatives at Culina get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
42% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Needs improving
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Hard to change shifts
How easy is it for warehouse operatives at Culina to change shifts?
Most people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
87% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Can be hard to book holiday
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to book a holiday at Culina?
Some people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
46% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do Culina managers change warehouse operatives shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
96% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to take sick leave at Culina?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
44% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do warehouse operatives at Culina feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
46% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do warehouse operatives at Culina get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
90% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful for warehouse operatives to work at Culina?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
63% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t enjoy their job
Do warehouse operatives at Culina enjoy their jobs?
Most people don’t enjoy their job.
How we know this
72% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do warehouse operatives at Culina recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do warehouse operatives get enough training when they start at Culina?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
34% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are warehouse operatives given support to progress at Culina?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 72% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do warehouse operatives think Culina head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
74% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Most people don’t feel well informed by head office
Do warehouse operatives feel well informed about how Culina is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
70% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2021 and April 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Culina employees say about their job
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Best thing
The people on the shop floor
Worst thing
Supervisors
Culina Stock controller, November 2022
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Best thing
I'm working for IPS . It's a faced peaced environment where your working hours are flying and every day is a little bit different.
Worst thing
The management it's the worst thing in this company . They woult treat you like you worth nothing and you are dumb . When something goes right they are proud of themselves only but as soon as something starts going wrong the Team Leaders and Operators are blamed.
They ask you to be flexible with them and also give a really long notice if u wish to book holiday or any other change in your circumstances but if they have not enough work they would tell you just the day before that you are off the next day .
Different company rules applies to different departments.
Overtime is payed ×1.33 no matter if you do it on a weekday or a weekend or a bank holiday(sometimes they force you to work on a bank holiday).Culina Team leader, September 2022
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