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Warehouse Operative CV Example

Warehouse operative CV example for UK distribution jobs, with a profile, pick accuracy and target results, forklift and scanner skills, and safety training.

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  • Logistics
  • Entry level
Roles2
Skills20
Years of experience4
Qualifications1
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Jake Thornton

Warehouse Operative

Profile

Dedicated warehouse operative with 2 years of proven experience in fast-paced distribution environments, consistently achieving 99.7% pick accuracy whilst exceeding daily targets by 15-20%. Experienced in operating counterbalance forklifts, RF scanning systems, and managing high-volume order fulfilment across retail and e-commerce sectors. Strong focus on health & safety compliance with zero accidents recorded.

Experience

Warehouse OperativeMar 2024 – Present
Amazon (Manchester MAN1)

Working within Amazon's flagship Manchester fulfilment centre, handling high-volume order processing for Prime and standard deliveries across the North West region.

  • Pick, pack, and dispatch 250+ items per shift with 99.7% accuracy rate, consistently ranking in top 10% of operatives
  • Operate counterbalance forklift for loading/unloading 40+ delivery trucks daily and managing stock replenishment to pick faces
  • Consistently exceed daily pick targets by 15-20% while maintaining strict health & safety standards with zero incidents
  • Cross-trained across multiple departments including Receive, Stow, Pick, and Pack, providing operational flexibility during peak periods
  • Utilise advanced RF scanning technology and warehouse management systems to track inventory movements and optimise pick routes
  • Collaborate with team leaders to implement process improvements that reduced average pick time by 8% across the department
  • Maintain clean and organised work zones in compliance with Amazon's 5S methodology and safety protocols
Warehouse AssistantJun 2022 – Feb 2024
B&Q Distribution Centre

Supporting warehouse operations at B&Q's regional distribution hub, handling DIY and garden products for 150+ retail stores across Greater Manchester and Lancashire.

  • Processed 80-100 goods-in deliveries daily, conducting thorough quality checks on incoming stock from suppliers including Dulux, Stanley, and Bosch
  • Operated handheld RF scanners for real-time inventory management, achieving 99.5% stock location accuracy across 50,000+ SKUs
  • Assisted with quarterly stocktakes covering £2.3M worth of inventory, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate stock levels
  • Maintained clean and organised warehouse zones covering 25,000 sq ft, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations
  • Picked and assembled customer click & collect orders, processing 150+ orders daily with 98% on-time completion rate
  • Trained 3 new warehouse assistants on company procedures, RF systems, and health & safety protocols
  • Collaborated with transport team to load delivery vehicles, ensuring correct store allocation and damage-free handling of fragile items

Skills

  • Pick & Pack Operations
  • Forklift Operation
  • RF Scanner Technology
  • Stock Management
  • Goods-In Processing
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Manual Handling
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Inventory Control
  • Order Fulfilment
  • Quality Control
  • Team Collaboration
  • Physical Fitness
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross-Training Flexibility
  • Customer Service
  • Problem Solving
  • 5S Methodology

Education

GCSEs including Maths (6), English Language (5), Science (5)Parrs Wood High School (2017–2022)

Certifications

  • Counterbalance Forklift Licence (RTITB)
  • Manual Handling Certificate
  • IOSH Working Safely
  • First Aid at Work Certificate
TipsCV

How to adapt this warehouse operative CV

  • Open with a short profile: the job you want, what you have studied or done so far, and one or two strengths you can back up.
  • Little or no paid experience? Part-time work, volunteering, projects and placements all count. Say what you did and what changed because of it.
  • Keep education near the top while it is your strongest selling point, with relevant modules, grades or projects.
  • Match your skills to each advert. This example leads with Pick & Pack Operations, Forklift Operation and RF Scanner Technology; keep the ones that are true for you, in the employer's own words.

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