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Part-Time Picker & Packer
Company
Balloons4uOnline
Location
Glasgow
Job Type
Part-time and Contractor
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Posted
10 days ago
Via
via Glassdoor
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Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Picker & Packer to join our busy warehouse team. This role involves selecting, packing, and preparing products for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have some warehouse experience and possess the physical capability to handle heavy loads. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their skills within logistics and warehouse management. All roles are paid, including internship positions, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and quality standards.
Duties
• Select items from stock according to order specifications using appropriate materials handling techniques
• Pack products securely for shipping, ensuring protection during transit
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (training provided)
• Manage stock levels and organise inventory using warehouse management systems
• Assist with shipping and receiving processes, including loading and unloading lorries
• Conduct quality control checks to verify product accuracy and condition
• Stock shelves and organise storage areas efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Support the movement of goods throughout the warehouse as needed
Skills
• Experience in materials handling, picking & packing, shipping & receiving, or warehouse operations preferred
• Ability to operate forklift trucks safely (training can be provided)
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is advantageous
• Mechanical knowledge or experience with warehouse equipment is a plus
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail for order accuracy
• Physical strength to perform heavy lifting and load/unload goods regularly
• Good organisational skills for stocking and inventory management
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Awareness of quality control procedures to ensure high standards of product handling
This role offers an engaging environment where you can develop your skills in logistics while contributing to smooth warehouse operations. We value safety, efficiency, and teamwork in our workplace.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
• Free parking
• On-site parking
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Picker & Packer to join our busy warehouse team. This role involves selecting, packing, and preparing products for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have some warehouse experience and possess the physical capability to handle heavy loads. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their skills within logistics and warehouse management. All roles are paid, including internship positions, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and quality standards.
Duties
• Select items from stock according to order specifications using appropriate materials handling techniques
• Pack products securely for shipping, ensuring protection during transit
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (training provided)
• Manage stock levels and organise inventory using warehouse management systems
• Assist with shipping and receiving processes, including loading and unloading lorries
• Conduct quality control checks to verify product accuracy and condition
• Stock shelves and organise storage areas efficiently
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Support the movement of goods throughout the warehouse as needed
Skills
• Experience in materials handling, picking & packing, shipping & receiving, or warehouse operations preferred
• Ability to operate forklift trucks safely (training can be provided)
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is advantageous
• Mechanical knowledge or experience with warehouse equipment is a plus
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail for order accuracy
• Physical strength to perform heavy lifting and load/unload goods regularly
• Good organisational skills for stocking and inventory management
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Awareness of quality control procedures to ensure high standards of product handling
This role offers an engaging environment where you can develop your skills in logistics while contributing to smooth warehouse operations. We value safety, efficiency, and teamwork in our workplace.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
• Free parking
• On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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What is the National Living Wage for security guards in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Security guards must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers must also provide itemised payslips showing exact hours and deductions.
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Yes, a valid SIA licence is mandatory for all security guard roles under the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The licence costs £190 for a three-year front-line licence and requires a Level 2 Award in Door Supervision or Security Guarding plus an identity check and criminal record disclosure. Applications are processed only through the official SIA portal.
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Security guards are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. They are entitled to 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays, equating to 28 days for a five-day week. Night shift workers receive an additional health assessment every two years.
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A security guard earning £25,000 pays £1,486 in income tax and £1,456 in Class 1 National Insurance contributions for the 2026/27 tax year. The personal allowance is £12,570 with a basic rate of 20% on income above that threshold up to £50,270. Employers deduct these automatically through PAYE and report via Real Time Information.
