Job Description

Who are we?

Vispring is one of the world's leading luxury bed brands and has been manufacturing in the UK since 1901. Based in Plymouth since 1970, beside the Tamar River, Vispring sells to 59 countries around the globe and is the benchmark for handmade, bespoke, high-quality beds that are made using only the finest natural materials to guarantee a perfect night's sleep.

Full-time, permanent position, Monday to Friday, Located in Plymouth.

Some of our benefits

Pension:

we want to help you plan for your future, so we will contribute 8% of your gross pay into your pension pot.

Enhanced Holiday:

We work hard but understand the need for you to enjoy your down time, so we offer 23 days holiday a year (rising the longer you stay with us), plus bank holidays.

And more:

We have a generous staff discount scheme for our luxury, handmade beds and mattresses, regular workplace wellness checks, Monday to Friday working, free parking and so much more.

About the Job Role

Overview

As a Warehouse Operative, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our site, from supplying materials to production to maintaining high standards of organisation and safety across the warehouse.

Operatives need to be organised, proactive, and hands-on, with a strong eye for detail. A counterbalance forklift license and previous warehouse experience are highly desirable. You should also be comfortable using Warehouse Management Systems (preferably SAP) and have solid IT skills.

Operatives will work closely with colleagues across all departments, so a positive attitude, collaborative working manner, and strong communication skills are key to thriving in this fast-paced environment.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehousing Operations

Receive, store, and distribute inbound materials and finished goods safely and efficiently Operate forklifts, pallet trucks, and other handling equipment in line with safety procedures Maintain accurate stock records using both the Warehouse Management System and paper-based processes Perform stock checks, investigate discrepancies, and ensure best practice stock control (e.g., FIFO) Handle, label, and move goods securely, including lifting up to 25kg Uphold quality standards with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail

Line Feeding & Logistics

Supply raw materials to production lines and manage the flow of finished goods into storage Provide a responsive and reliable service to support production efficiency Report and record any material issues, quality concerns, or required substitutions Maintain clean, safe, and organised work areas throughout the warehouse

Part Production Support

Carry out light processing of raw materials as required, including: Carding (fibre processing) Rod bending (perimeter rods) Cutting (fibre rolls)

Site Services

Support wider site operations, including:

Managing waste streams in line with the Vispring Waste Management Strategy Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and site presentation Providing ad-hoc assistance to other departments as needed, including production core skills

Compliance & Health & Safety

Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Complete required checks diligently and report any accidents, damage, or hazards immediately Ensure all equipment and materials are handled safely and correctly

QUALIFICATION & SKILLS

E = Essential, D = Desirable

Education

Fluent in English (E) Good written, numerical and verbal skills (D)

Technical

Counterbalance Forklift Driving Licence (E) Proficient in Microsoft Excel (D) Experience using WMS systems, ideally SAP (D) Knowledge of Vispring production processes (D)

Behavioural

Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment (E) Positive "can do" attitude (E) Fosters open and collaborative ways of working (E)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person