Warehouse Operative Saturday
UPS
From £11.44 per hour
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12, United Kingdom
Full time, part time
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- Pays all ages fairly
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About UPS
UPS is a delivery company. They provide global shipping and logistics services.
Job description from UPS
Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow-people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.
Job Description:
FUTURE YOU turns part-time work into full-time rewards.
Warehouse Operative
Location: Dewsbury
We take all kinds of things to all kinds of places at UPS. Whatever it is, wherever it's going, we handle it with the care for which we're known and trusted. All over the world. Work for us at our Dewsbury site and you won't just be helping us deliver packages; you'll be delivering our reputation.
It'll be busy. It'll be hard work. But you're not afraid of either. Because Future You is full of initiative and pride yourself on a job well done. As we do. You can do what's needed quickly and accurately too, paying close attention to detail and picking up instructions with ease.
What you'll get:
- Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour + £2.51 premium shift (payable for hours worked between 8:00pm - 6:00am)
- Participate in full training to help you perform at your best
- Benefit from our company pension scheme
- Access a range of incredible perks and benefits, including discounts at major retailers, cinemas and attractions - think Apple, Adidas, Sky, O2, Alton Towers and The London Eye
- Have the opportunity to climb the career ladder through our 'promotion from within' policy
What you'll do:
- Work from 04:15am - 07:45am every Saturday
- Move and sort packages in a busy warehouse environment
- Follow guidelines and work safely, accurately and at speed
- Double-check your work as you go
What you'll need:
- Able to follow instructions to ensure maximum safety for you and your teammates
- Use your friendly, can-do attitude to spur on your team
- Communicate openly and effectively to ensure speed and accuracy
- Show initiative, work to tight deadlines and use your eye for detail to make sure things run smoothly
How we recruit:
UPS is committed to a policy of treating individuals fairly and recruiting, selecting, training, promoting and compensating based on merit, experience and other work-related criteria. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
A bit about a big business
Founded in 1907 as a messenger company in the United States, UPS has grown into a multi-billion-dollar corporation by clearly focusing on the goal of enabling commerce around the globe. Today, UPS is a global company with one of the most recognised and admired brands in the world. We have become the world's largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialised transportation and logistics services. Every day, we manage the flow of goods, funds and information in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.
Employee Type:
Permanent
UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Job insights from Breakroom
Warehouse operative
Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products
What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:
- Take delivery of goods and raw materials
- Pack and wrap goods
- Check for damaged or missing items
- Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
- Load goods ready for dispatch
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Heavy lifting
- Night work
- Cleaning
- Physical activities
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What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do UPS pay warehouse operatives enough to live on?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
57% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do UPS pay warehouse operatives market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
65% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do UPS pay warehouse operatives sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
70% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do warehouse operatives at UPS do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
77% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do warehouse operatives at UPS worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
71% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get any choice of shifts
Do warehouse operatives at UPS get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
68% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Needs improving
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Hard to change shifts
How easy is it for warehouse operatives at UPS to change shifts?
Most people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
69% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Can be hard to book holiday
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to book a holiday at UPS?
Some people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
36% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do UPS managers change warehouse operatives shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
75% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to take sick leave at UPS?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
35% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do warehouse operatives at UPS feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
43% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for warehouse operatives to work at UPS?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
73% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do warehouse operatives at UPS enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
48% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do warehouse operatives at UPS recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do warehouse operatives get enough training when they start at UPS?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
46% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are warehouse operatives given support to progress at UPS?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 71% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do warehouse operatives think UPS head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
91% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t feel well informed by head office
Do warehouse operatives feel well informed about how UPS is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
76% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What UPS employees say about their job
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Best thing
It’s close to my house
Worst thing
The heavy lifting
Warehouse operative at UPS, February 2024
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Best thing
People, learning new things
Worst thing
Sometimes how you be treated, not knowing they change start time until after you get there
Parcel sorter at UPS, May 2023
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