Stores Operative
- Application Deadline: March 16, 2026
- Bedford
- On-site
Job Title: Stores Operative
Reporting To: Stores Supervisor
Department: Stores
Shift: Continental Shift Pattern - Pink Shift
2 weeks day shift then 2 weeks night shift
3 days on x 4 days off then 4 days on x 3 days off
shift start at 6AM and 6PM
Location: Lantmännen Unibake, Wallis Way, Eastcotts, Bedford, MK42 0PE
Main Purpose of Role
We’re looking for a motivated Stores Operative to ensure the efficient handling and accurate storage of all incoming raw materials, ingredients, and packaging, maintaining compliance with LUUK specifications, food safety, and health and safety standards.
Work with great people
Skills & Requirements
This is what you need to succeed:
You will be great at:
- Safely unloading and inspecting incoming deliveries.
- Efficiently managing and organizing stock using mechanical handling equipment (MHE).
- Consistently maintaining inventory accuracy and stock rotation.
- Quickly identifying and responding to product discrepancies or quality issues.
- Working collaboratively and effectively as part of a dynamic team.
- Managing accurate receipt, storage, and issuance of raw materials.
- Conducting and documenting regular temperature checks and quality inspections.
- Handling non-conforming materials in collaboration with the Quality Department.
- Ensuring timely delivery of materials for production needs.
- Accurately recording transactions in the AX ERP system to maintain inventory integrity.
- Assisting in stock counts and maintaining meticulous records.
- Adhering strictly to health, safety, and hygiene standards, including proper PPE usage and waste disposal.
- Contributing to continuous improvement efforts and cross-functional teamwork.
You are:
- Reliable, punctual, and attentive to detail.
- Physically fit and able to perform practical warehouse duties.
- Comfortable working within ambient (8°C) and chilled (<4°C) environments.
- Committed to maintaining a safe and hygienic workplace.
- Flexible, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
You have:
- At least 2 years of relevant warehouse experience.
- Proven experience operating Reach and counterbalance trucks.
- Familiarity with AX ERP or similar inventory management software.
- Solid understanding of logistics processes including goods-in handling and stock rotation.
- Basic educational qualifications including proficiency in English and Maths.
Sound interesting?
We will interview ongoing so please don’t hesitate to send your application by submitting your CV no later than 10am on Monday, 16 March 2026
If you have any questions about the position or recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Tammy Davies - Talent Partner
All applications must be completed in English and will be treated confidentially.
About the company
Lantmännen Unibake is a leading global bakery company within the Lantmännen Group. With expertise in bakery products for food service and retail, we serve consumers around the clock and across the world every day. The aim is to make bread and pastry a profitable business for our customers through tasty, high-quality products and innovative solutions and based on a sustainable mind-set and excellent food safety standards. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Lantmännen Unibake operates modern bakeries around the world and has sales in more than 60 countries. The brand portfolio comprises a range of well-established B2B and BtC brands e.g. Schulstad Bakery Solutions, Schulstad, Bonjour, Vaasan, Pastridor and Hatting. Lantmännen Unibake has a turnover of EUR 1.5 billion and employs more than 6,000 people in 20+ countries. Appetite for more? Visit us at www.lantmannen-unibake.com
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