Picker/Packer

Picker/Packer


Company
Aligra
Location
London
Posted
9 days ago
Via
via SimplyHired

Job Description
Warehouse Picker and Packer – High-End Products
Dartford, Kent
Immediate start – Temp to Permanent opportunity
£12.73 per hour (£509 per week based on 40 hours)
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required

Are you looking for a fast-paced warehouse role where accuracy and care really matter? Join a busy site in Dartford handling high-end products with pride and precision. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your warehouse skills and grow with a supportive team, with the potential to move from temporary to permanent.

Have you worked for companies like DHL Wincanton or XPO ? Then this could be the perfect job for you!

Why join us?
• Immediate start with flexible shift patterns Monday to Friday, 8am start
• Competitive pay with potential for overtime
• Work in a clean, well-organised environment with a focus on quality
• Opportunity to progress your warehouse career with a trusted employer

What you will be doing:
• Picking and packing high-end products with care and accuracy
• Checking items against pick lists and quality standards
• Labelling and preparing orders for dispatch
• Keeping your work area clean, organised, and safe
• Following site processes and health and safety guidelines

What we need from you:
• Previous warehouse picking and packing experience preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and careful handling of products
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required due to site security
• Ready to start immediately and happy to work on a temp-to-perm basis

To apply:
Contact Kellie Jones at [email protected] or call 07917 654989 today! Don’t miss your chance to join a thriving team in Dartford.

About Aligra
We’re passionate about connecting people with great jobs and growing careers. Join us and be part of a company that values your skills and helps you succeed.

INDREA

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly rate for packing jobs in UK warehouses in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage for packing job workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from April 2026. Workers aged 18-20 receive £10.50 per hour and those under 18 receive £7.55 per hour with no exceptions for entry-level packing roles. Overtime must be paid at the same minimum rate for hours above 40 per week.
Q How many hours per week can I legally work in a UK packing job without overtime approval?
As per GOV.UK, the average working week for packing jobs is capped at 48 hours including overtime unless you opt out in writing. Employers must provide at least 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave per year for full-time packing staff equating to 28 days including bank holidays. Night shift packing roles require additional health assessments every 2 years.
Q Which documents do I need to apply for a packing job in the United Kingdom?
As per GOV.UK, applicants must provide a valid passport or birth certificate, National Insurance number, and proof of address dated within 3 months. Right to work documents such as a UK visa or settled status share code are mandatory for all packing positions even for UK citizens.
Q What tax code applies to packing job wages in the UK for 2026?
As per HMRC, the default tax code for packing job employees is 1257L allowing £12,570 of tax-free earnings in the 2026/27 tax year. Packing workers earning under £50,270 pay 20% income tax on amounts above the personal allowance with 8% National Insurance deducted from weekly pay above £242.
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