Warehouse Operative

About the Role

At Altro, we’ve been proudly manufacturing premium flooring and wall cladding systems in the UK since 1919. As a family-owned business, we care deeply about our people, our customers, and creating spaces that enhance emotional and physical wellbeing. We’re looking for someone who shares our values and wants to be part of a supportive, hands-on team.

We’re currently looking for a Warehouse Operative to join our Logistics department. This is a varied and active role where you’ll be involved in everything from picking and packing customer orders to loading transport vehicles and supporting stock takes. You’ll play a key part in helping us deliver a great customer experience.

This is a full time (39.5 hours per week) permanent role working rotating day shifts at our Letchworth Garden City head office. The hours are Week 1: 6am-2pm, Week 2: 2pm - 10pm (earlier finish on the Friday late shift).

Job Opportunity

What you’ll be doing:

• Picking and packing flooring orders to meet deadlines
• Loading and unloading transport vehicles
• Supporting stock takes and maintaining accurate records
• Keeping your work area tidy and safe through 5S processes
• Following operating procedures and health & safety guidelines
• Supporting continuous improvement and contributing ideas
• Working flexibly across different tasks and shifts as needed

Essential Skills

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work safely and responsibly in a busy environment
• Forklift truck driving experience (or willingness to train)
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks
• PC literate and confident with basic systems

If you’re someone who takes pride in your work, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to grow in a company that values integrity, respect, and collaboration—we’d love to hear from you.

About Company

Welcome to the World of Altro! We are a leading British manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for construction and transport. We have been going strong since 1919 and know that we can only grow further with great people on board, helping us shape our future. Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and what we do.

Benefits

Enhanced family friendly benefits

Including Maternity, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave.

Holidays

We all need a break, and our holiday entitlement starts at 25 days plus bank holidays. Don’t worry if you need a little extra... you can buy some more!

Employee Benefits Hub

Many of us are feeling the pinch at the moment from the rising cost of living. As a result, we have looked into ways in which we can further support employees during these challenging times and we have launched our Benefit Hub to all UK employees which entitles us to exclusive discounts with our retail partners.

Learning and Development

We have a comprehensive programme of in-house training and coaching as well as access to external courses to ensure that you can continue to grow and develop throughout your career with the Altro group.

Pension

A defined contribution pension scheme available for all staff. The minimum contribution level is 4%, which will be matched by the company, however if you wish to contribute a higher level, this will be matched by the company up to 6%, in line with your length of service and the benefit being provided

Life Assurance

Hopefully never needed, but from day one you will be covered by our life assurance scheme which will pay up to four times your annual salary

Occupational Health

We offer occupational Sick Pay and even have an onsite Occupational Health Service available to help get you back on track.

Employee Assistance Programme

A 24-hour helpline to support you through any of life’s issues or problems. EAP service is entirely confidential, reliable and as a professional EAP provider, Heath Assured have teams of qualified experts to answer your calls any day, any time. They can support you on the telephone, online or in person; whichever is most suitable and appropriate. Some services are also available for anyone in your household.

Volunteering

In support of our Foundation vision, our wish is for every employee, globally, to give one day per year (the day is paid for by the company), to volunteer for a healthcare related charity/organisation. Just one day, can make a big difference!

Social Events

There are a variety of social events across the group, including the company Christmas party.

Retirement Planning

It might be a long way off, but we know it’s not always easy to stop working so we provide advice and support to ease the transition to retirement.

Eye Care

Free eye tests are available for all employees.

Long Service

We offer long service awards to all our employees.

Parking

Don’t worry about getting parked...we have free car parking at all our sites.

Additional benefits (depending on your role)

Hybrid Working

Providing flexibility around both home and office working.

Car Allowance

Certain positions with us entitle you to car allowance.

Private Medical Scheme

The type of cover available to you will be dependent on your job.