Job Description

Warehouse Operative (Picking, Packing & Forklift Progression)

Location:

Rutherglen Industrial Estate, Glasgow (G73 1RW)

Pay:

From

12.71 per hour

Hours:

Mon-Thu 8:00-16:30 | Fri 8:00-15:30
Optional Saturday shift (extra hours, travel expenses paid)

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent (after trial)

About Us

Sackmaker is a family-run SME with around 20 employees, operating a busy factory and warehouse in Rutherglen.
We pride ourselves on teamwork, reliability, and genuine progression opportunities. Our workforce is friendly, multi-national, and inclusive, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Standard company health & safety procedures, equality policies, and a NEST pension scheme are in place.

The Role

This is a

hands-on, repetitive warehouse role

focused on picking and packing

large volumes of orders

into boxes and parcels.

The position suits someone who is comfortable with repetition, works efficiently without constant supervision, and takes pride in accuracy and productivity.

Key duties include:

Picking and packing small orders accurately and efficiently Preparing boxes and parcels for dispatch Using computer systems for order processing Maintaining a clean, organised warehouse environment General warehouse and production duties as required

Forklift & Career Progression

This role offers

strong progression for the right candidate

.

Candidates

must already hold a forklift certificate or be actively working towards one

All operators must complete

internal forklift authorisation

You will be expected to operate

counterbalance and reach trucks

Successful candidates will be

progressed into a more forklift-focused role within 3 months

, or sooner if capable Further progression includes: Handling specialist orders Increased forklift responsibility Learning how to run and organise a small warehouse
We are looking for someone who

picks things up quickly

, shows initiative, and is eager to grow within the company.

Ideal Candidate

You will be:

Comfortable with

repetitive picking & packing work

Hard-working, efficient, and able to work autonomously Quick to understand processes and take on new responsibilities Reliable, honest, and motivated Interested in long-term progression

A background in repetitive production or warehouse work is highly desirable.

What We Offer

12.71/hr

(National Minimum/Living Wage - April 2025)

Daily bonus scheme

when targets are met (average ~15% extra) PPE provided (full workwear issued after probation) 21 days holiday + 8 statutory (flexible booking, 8 weeks' notice) Christmas & New Year shutdown with overtime opportunities Secure lockers, staff kitchen, large break room with sofas & TV Probation: 3 months Employer notice period: 4 weeks Optional Saturday shift with travel expenses paid Real, structured job progression

Getting to Work

Free on-street parking on site Excellent transport links: 5-minute walk from Rutherglen Main Street & Train Station Frequent buses (21, 267, 90) Easy access from Glasgow City Centre, Cambuslang & East Kilbride

Trial Day

All applicants will complete a

paid 1-day trial

to ensure the role suits both you and the company.
If successful, you'll move straight into employment (or after your notice period).

Requirements

Minimum

2 years' experience

in warehouse, production, or manufacturing Forklift certificate

or actively working towards one

English (spoken & written) Right to work in the UK (NI number & share code required) Comfortable with manual handling and standing all day Must arrange own transport

How to Apply

Send your CV to

info@sackmaker.com

Or apply directly via Indeed

Start date:

ASAP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:

Rutherglen G73 1RW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Warehouse: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person