Role Overview
We are looking for a hands‑on Warehouse Operative Specialist to support the accurate handling, storage, and distribution of high‑value, temperature‑sensitive genetic assets. Precision, attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to safety and quality standards are required. You must meet strict deadlines in a regulated, safety‑focused environment. Full training and support will be provided. A 5‑year employment check and DBS check are required before hiring.
Working Info and Patterns
- Core working pattern of approximately 36–40 hours per week, structured across Monday to Friday
- Typical daily start times range from 7:00 am to 8:00 am, with finish times between 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm
- Early finish on Fridays (typically midday)
- Includes a paid lunch break on full working days
You Will
- Pick, pack, and dispatch orders accurately and efficiently
- Manage goods‑in and goods‑out processes
- Conduct stock management, stock taking, and inventory checks
- Store, handle, and process genetic materials preserved in liquid nitrogen
- Prepare shipments in line with country‑specific export and packaging requirements (EU and international)
- Ensure all orders meet strict distribution deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
- Maintain accurate records of stock movements and shipment details
- Operate within safety protocols when handling hazardous materials, including use of PPE
- Support warehouse operations across UK sites and global distribution channels
- Handle and distribute liquid nitrogen‑stored genetic assets across UK and international markets
- Manage large volumes of inventory, including millions of individual assets annually
- Work with a wide range of items and storage locations
- Prepare multiple export shipments per week with varying quantities and packaging requirements
- Operate within a high‑value supply chain with strict accuracy and compliance expectations
Requirements
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast‑paced warehouse environment
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Comfortable working with hazardous materials (full training and PPE provided)
- Ability to follow strict processes and compliance standards
- Reliable and able to meet deadlines consistently
- Willingness to undergo background and employment checks as part of onboarding
- Full driving licence required
Additional Requirements / Info
- Role involves handling hazardous substances (liquid nitrogen) with appropriate safety training and equipment provided
- Security and compliance checks are required prior to starting employment
- Overtime opportunities may be available depending on operational needs
- 60+ GB packing lists weekly
- 1.3 to 1.5 million assets dispatched per year into GB sites
- Approximately 6 000 different items and locations picked per month
- Packing 10+ export shipments per week containing between 3 000 and 20 000 singular assets in each shipment, packing in 25’s, 35’s in bulk and on canes
- Export to 20+ EU countries and 15+ rest of the world
- Over 2 million individual assets exported annually and increasing
Equal Employment Opportunities
Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Recruitment Fraud Warning
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