Cold Store Operative
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £14.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7BS |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JN -112025-15284_1769185026 |
Summary
Cold Store Operatives Wanted in Derby!
Location: Derby City Centre
Shift Pattern: Days - 08:00 - 16:00, Monday to Friday (Shifts will be moving to 4 on, 4 off in May)
Pay Rate: £12.21
The Best Connection are currently recruiting for Cold Store Operatives to join our client based in Derby.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brand new modern, state-of-the-art, automated facility, working for a national food manufacturer.
What we are looking for:
- Previous experience in a similar role: Cold store / warehouse operative
- Experience working in fast moving consumer goods environment
- Comfortable working in cold environments - You will be working in temperatures of - 18 degrees but all PPE will be provided.
Job Role of a Cold Store Operative:
- As a Cold Store Operative, you will be responsible for the supervision of automated systems, palletising, storing products in correct locations, and dispatched in line with company safe systems of work and operating procedures.
Key Responsibilities of a Cold Store Operative:
- Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
- Monitor automated processes to ensure quality standards are met
- Conduct regular quality checks and inspections
- Accurately pack and label finished goods
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in work areas
- Report faults, errors, or issues to the team leader promptly
- Work as part of a team to achieve production targets and deadlines
- MHE experience is preferred but not essential
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection as a Cold Store Operative:
- On-going assignments with the potential for long-term work
- Holiday entitlement
- Excellent pay rates with weekly pay
- Opportunities for overtime
- Access to online payslips
- Pension provision
- Friendly, supportive agency with 30+ years of recruitment expertise
Apply today and join a team as a Cold Store Operative that takes pride in quality, teamwork, and supporting healthier lifestyles!
Contact your local branch at The Best Connection to find out more or apply now!
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.