The Best Connection Group Limited

Warehouse Operative - Picker/Packer

Newton Aycliffe DL5 6BA

Key information

Pay
£13.45 to £13.65 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
29 Oct 2026
Closing date
28 Nov 2026

About this role

Day Shift Warehouse Operative - Picking & Packing

The Best Connection are currently recruiting Day Shift Warehouse Operatives to work with our client at their busy Distribution Centre, joining their PIP Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Day Shift Warehouse Operative who is reliable, hardworking and motivated, and enjoys working in a fast-paced warehouse environment with strict targets and deadlines.

Nightshift is also available and the working hours are 20:00pm - 05:00am

Our client is an amazing employer who has already taken on a number of temporary workers from The Best Connection on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door with a well-established business, with the potential for longer-term opportunities!

The Role

  • Picking and packing orders accurately and efficiently within the PIP team.
  • Using an LLOP (Low Level Order Picker) to move around the warehouse and pick stock.
  • Using a headset voice-picking system to receive instructions and complete orders.
  • Working to strict KPIs and productivity targets, including expected picks per hour.
  • Maintaining high levels of accuracy while working at pace.
  • Ensuring orders are picked, packed and prepared for dispatch within required deadlines.
  • Following all health and safety procedures when operating warehouse equipment.
  • Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and organised, following a clean-as-you-go approach.
  • Working as part of a team to ensure daily targets and operational deadlines are achieved.

The Candidate

  • Previous warehouse or picking experience is desirable but not essential.
  • Experience using an LLOP or other MHE is advantageous (training may be provided where required).
  • Comfortable using headset voice-picking technology.
  • Must be confident working to KPIs, productivity targets and expected picks per hour.
  • Able to work accurately and efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Good communication skills and a strong team-working attitude.
  • Reliable, punctual and flexible with a positive approach to work.
  • Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Please note

This role is performance-driven. Candidates must understand that productivity is monitored against KPIs, including picks per hour. The ability to maintain consistent performance while meeting accuracy and quality standards is essential for a successful Day Shift Warehouse Operative.

Hours of Work

  • Monday to Friday.
  • Accessible from Darlington, North Role on public transport
  • 06:00am - 13:30pm.
  • Inductions take place on Monday - Immediate start
  • Ongoing assignments available.

Pay Rates

  • £13.45 per hour.

Benefits of

Working with The Best Connection

  • Excellent pay rates.
  • 24/7 contact with consultants.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Online payslips.
  • Holiday accrual.
  • Personal accident insurance.
  • Ongoing assignments with the opportunity for long-term work.
  • Potential opportunities to secure permanent employment with our client.

Looking to take the next step in your warehouse career? This is your chance to get your foot in the door with an amazing employer!

If you are hardworking, reliable and enjoy working in a fast-paced, target-driven warehouse environment, apply today!

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.