One Stop - Warehouse Operative
Job description
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About the role
Here at One Stop we aim to serve local shoppers a little better every day. Being a part of the local community, we can achieve this but it’s or colleagues who really bring this to life.
We are offering a Temp/Perm XX hour contract working both AM & PM on a 3 week rolling rota. Overtime is available and paid at time & half after XX hours or double time on a Sunday
As a Warehouse Operative, your role will be to ensure our stores receive the right stock, at the right time. It’s a fast-paced environment, where you’ll also need to be a team player and able to meet your targets by working efficiently, accurately and safely.
The main duties of the Warehouse Operative will involve order picking using a finger scanner however, other warehouse duties may need to be undertaken as and when required
What is in it for you
One Stop is committed to making everyday life easier for our customers! With a strong presence in local communities, we offer a wide range of quality products at great value, alongside friendly and helpful service. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop combines the benefits of a large organisation with the close-knit feel of a neighbourhood store. We’re passionate about creating a welcoming environment for both our customers and our colleagues and we’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!
Flexible Working
We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at One Stop, we always welcome chats about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.
One Stop Benefits
At One Stop, we value our colleagues just as much as our customers — and that’s reflected in the wide range of benefits we offer.
To explore the full list of colleague benefits, please click here and scroll to the bottom of our Careers Page.
*As a proud subsidiary of the Tesco Group, One Stop operates as an independent business. This means that while we share the same values, the benefits we offer may differ from those available at Tesco.*
Community Involvement
At One Stop, being part of the community is at the heart of everything we do. From supporting local charities and groups to partnering with national organisations, we’re proud to give back in meaningful ways.
Over the past decade, we’ve raised over £10.4 million for good causes and donated the equivalent of 1.6 million meals through our partnerships with FareShare and Olio, helping to reduce food waste and support those in need.
Working with us means you’ll have the chance to make a real difference whether it’s climbing mountains, running marathons, or simply organising a local raffle, our colleagues go the extra mile to support the causes they care about.
Diversity & Inclusion at One Stop
At One Stop, everyone is welcome. We’re proud to be an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values.
As a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3), we’re committed to creating an accessible and supportive environment for all. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, including interviews, to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to succeed. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please Click here.
Our six colleague networks Armed Forces, Disability, LGBTQ+, Families & Carers, Race & Ethnicity, and Women help foster a safe, supportive environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. For more information about our networks please Click here
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*One Stop have the right to withdraw the vacancy before the closing date should a successful application be received prior to the closing date. As such we would highly encourage you to submit your application as soon as you can.*
You will be responsible for
- Having a key role in supporting our store colleagues by making sure orders are assembled accurately
- Picking and manually handling stock
- Maintaining a clear and tidy warehouse and ensure any potential hazards are taken care of safely, quickly and efficiently.
- Making sure stock is received, stored, packed and transported according to the highest standards
- Taking ownership for your own and others safety whilst at work
- Using tools provided and training material provided efficiently
- Using your Mechanical Handling Equipment efficiently
- Working both independently and as part of a team
You will need
- To have passion about delivering great customer service.
- Energy to enjoy the buzz of working in a fast paced yet exciting environment.
- A driven and keen attitude to learn new skills as well as thriving whilst working in an encouraging team.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- The ability to adapt to working in a fast-paced ever-evolving environment.
- Be happy to go that extra mile.
Should you be successful in your application, your offer will be subject to and conditional upon you providing your bank account details before your agreed start date.
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Key skills
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Application advice
5 AI-generated recommendations to maximise your chances.
⭐ Highlight order picking experience prominently in your CV summary, as the advert specifically names this as the main duty alongside finger scanner use.
📊 Quantify your warehouse output: e.g. 'Picked 400+ orders per shift with 99% accuracy across a 6-month contract at a regional DC.'
🎯 Mention any experience with rolling rotas or shift patterns (AM/PM) to show you can adapt to the 3-week rota structure described.
🤝 Reference community or team contributions in your personal statement — One Stop's advert emphasises community involvement and being a team player throughout.
🔧 List any warehouse equipment or scanning technology you have used (RF scanners, voice picking, conveyor systems) to strengthen your technical match for the finger scanner requirement.
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Add these 3 bullets under your most recent experience:
- •Completed 350+ order picks per shift using RF finger scanner technology, maintaining 98% accuracy across a 9-month warehouse contract.
- •Operated across AM and PM shift rotations in a 50,000 sq ft distribution centre, consistently meeting daily stock despatch targets within a 4-person picking team.
- •Identified and reported 3 recurring stock discrepancies per week during order fulfilment, reducing mispick rate by 15% over a 2-month period.
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Dear Hiring Manager,
One Stop's Warehouse Operative role in Normanton stands out to me because of the structured 3-week rolling rota and the opportunity to contribute directly to store stock accuracy using finger scanner order picking — two areas where I have built solid, hands-on experience. As part of the Tesco Group, One Stop offers the scale of a large organisation alongside genuine community impact, which aligns with how I approach my work.
My background in warehouse operations includes high-volume order picking, safe manual handling, and working across AM and PM shifts to meet daily fulfilment targets. I am comfortable operating scanning technology accurately under time pressure and have consistently hit or exceeded pick-rate targets in previous roles.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›Describe your experience using a finger scanner or RF scanner for order picking — how did you ensure accuracy?
- ›How do you prioritise tasks when multiple orders need to be fulfilled within a tight timeframe?
- ›What steps do you take to ensure safe manual handling when picking and moving stock?
- ›Have you worked on a rolling rota covering both AM and PM shifts? How did you manage the transition?
- ›How do you handle discrepancies between physical stock and system records during a pick?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you had to meet a challenging picking or productivity target — what did you do to achieve it?
- ›Describe a situation where you identified a safety issue on the warehouse floor. What action did you take?
- ›Give an example of when you had to support a colleague to help the team hit its targets.
- ›Tell me about a time you made an error during order fulfilment. How did you resolve it and what did you learn?
- ›Describe a period when you had to adapt quickly to a change in your shift pattern or working hours.
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you had to meet a challenging picking or productivity target — what did you do to achieve it?
Describe a situation where you identified a safety issue on the warehouse floor. What action did you take?