Warehouse Worker Jobs in the Netherlands
Warehouse Worker Job in Zaandam with Accommodation
Celoria Recruitment Solutions is recruiting Warehouse Workers for Albert Heijn’s distribution centre in Zaandam, the Netherlands. This job is suitable for strong, motivated candidates who are ready for heavy physical warehouse work, order picking, EPT driving, and target-based logistics tasks.
You will use a modern voice picking system, available in English and Polish, and operate an EPT to collect products from warehouse racks. The base salary is €14.94 gross per hour for workers aged 21 and older, with additional allowances for cold work, overtime, night shifts, and weekend shifts.
Job Overview
About the Warehouse Worker Role in Zaandam
As a Warehouse Worker in Zaandam, you will work in a large distribution centre that supports the delivery of food and non-food products across the Netherlands. This is an active warehouse role where physical strength, stamina, accuracy, and reliability are important.
You will be trained to use a modern voice picking system, available in English and Polish, and operate an Electric Pallet Truck to collect products from warehouse racks. The work is target-based and can be physically demanding throughout the full shift.
Depending on planning, you may work in the Vers fresh/chilled department at around 2°C or in the KW dry goods and general warehouse department. Both departments require a serious work attitude, attention to safety, and the ability to follow warehouse procedures.
Job Responsibilities
- Pick food and non-food orders accurately using a voice picking system.
- Operate an EPT, Electric Pallet Truck, to collect products from warehouse racks.
- Handle heavy order picking throughout the day, including some items up to 20 kg.
- Work in the Vers fresh/chilled department at approximately 2°C when assigned.
- Pick chilled food orders and work towards set targets with coordinator support.
- Work in the KW dry goods department handling non-food and dry goods when assigned.
- Support order fulfilment, loading, unloading, and general warehouse duties.
- Follow warehouse safety instructions and product handling procedures.
- Keep the work area organised and support a fast-paced logistics operation.
- Work as part of a team and stay focused on quality, speed, and reliability.
Job Requirements
- You must be strong and in good physical condition, as the work is very heavy.
- You must be able to handle active warehouse work and regularly lift or move products up to 20 kg.
- Minimum height listed for this vacancy: 1.70 m.
- Warehouse experience is preferred, but not strictly required because training is provided.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, high-target warehouse environment.
- Willingness to work in cold storage conditions if assigned to the Vers department.
- Willing to live in a shared room and share common areas such as kitchen and bathroom if accommodation is needed.
- Candidates applying with a friend or partner must accept that they may work in separate shifts or departments.
- Willingness to work different shifts, including days, nights, evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays depending on planning.
- Valid right to work in the Netherlands, such as an EU passport or ID card, or a valid Dutch work permit.
Salary, Allowances and Practical Details
The base salary for this Warehouse Worker job in Zaandam is €14.94 gross per hour for workers aged 21 years and older. The first payment is made in the second week, followed by weekly pay cheques.
Additional allowances may apply depending on the shift and department. The cold addition is +€0.35 gross per hour when working in the Vers department at around 2°C. Approved overtime hours receive a +40% addition, night shift hours receive a +37% addition, Saturday shifts receive +35%, and Sunday shifts receive +100%.
Shift options include dayshift 07:00 to 15:30, late dayshift 08:30 to 17:00, nightshift 23:00 to 07:00, and evening shift 18:00 to 23:00. Availability can depend on department and planning.
Due to extreme demand during Christmas and Easter, holidays are not possible during these periods. Candidates should consider this before applying.
Accommodation conditions, transport arrangements, onboarding, and Dutch health insurance information where applicable are confirmed during the recruitment process before you accept the job.
Optional Driver Role
An optional driver role may be available for selected candidates. Drivers are responsible for transporting colleagues and maintaining the vehicle. The vacancy information mentions a weekly driver arrangement of approximately €25 per week, plus €7.50 per week for car cleaning.
Drivers may be able to use the car privately within the Netherlands, with private-use costs paid by the driver. Final driver conditions should be confirmed during recruitment before accepting this responsibility.
What We Offer
- Base salary of €14.94 gross per hour for workers aged 21 years and older.
- Cold addition of +€0.35 gross per hour when working in the Vers department at 2°C.
- Overtime addition of +40% for approved overtime hours.
- Night shift bonus of +37% for night shift hours.
- Weekend bonus of +35% for Saturday shifts and +100% for Sunday shifts.
- First payment in the second week, followed by weekly pay cheques.
- Training to use the voice picking system and operate an EPT.
- Work in a major distribution centre environment.
- Coordinator support while working towards set warehouse targets.
- Shared accommodation conditions for candidates who need housing.
- Recruiter support before and during the application process.
- Support with practical onboarding information, including Dutch health insurance guidance where applicable.
Who Is This Job Best For?
This Warehouse Worker job in Zaandam is best for candidates who are physically strong, reliable, and ready for heavy order picking during the full working day. It is especially suitable for people who enjoy active warehouse work and can handle fast-paced, target-based logistics tasks.
The best candidates are determined, punctual, and able to follow instructions. Experience in warehouse work is preferred, but candidates with the right attitude and physical condition may be suitable because training is provided.
This job may also be suitable for candidates who want weekly pay, shift allowance opportunities, shared accommodation conditions, and work in a large Dutch distribution centre.
Related Logistics Jobs in the Netherlands
If you have warehouse, order picking, EPT, loading, or logistics experience, you may also be suitable for other logistics jobs in the Netherlands.
Apply for a Warehouse Worker Job in Zaandam
Send your CV if you are physically strong, motivated, and ready for heavy warehouse work in Zaandam. Our recruitment team will review your profile and contact you when your experience and availability match this vacancy.
FAQ: Warehouse Worker Jobs in Zaandam
How much can I earn as a Warehouse Worker in Zaandam?
The base salary is €14.94 gross per hour for workers aged 21 years and older. Additional allowances can apply for cold work, overtime, night shifts, Saturday shifts, and Sunday shifts.
What allowances are available?
The cold addition is +€0.35 gross per hour in the Vers department at 2°C. Approved overtime is +40%, night shift hours are +37%, Saturday shifts are +35%, and Sunday shifts are +100%.
When is salary paid?
The first payment is made in the second week. After that, salary is paid weekly.
Is this job physically heavy?
Yes. The work is very heavy and requires strong physical condition. You may regularly handle products up to 20 kg during order picking.
Do I need warehouse experience?
Warehouse experience is preferred, but it is not strictly required because training is provided. Candidates must still be physically strong, reliable, and ready for target-based work.
What voice picking languages are available?
The voice picking system is available in English and Polish.
What are the working shifts?
Possible shifts include 07:00 to 15:30, 08:30 to 17:00, 23:00 to 07:00, and 18:00 to 23:00. The exact schedule depends on department and planning.
Can I take holidays during Christmas or Easter?
No. Due to extreme demand during Christmas and Easter, it is not possible to take holidays during these periods.
Can I apply with a friend or partner?
Yes, but candidates applying with a friend or partner must accept that they may work in separate shifts and departments.
Is accommodation available?
Accommodation conditions are confirmed during the recruitment process. Candidates must be willing to live in a shared room and share common areas such as the kitchen and bathroom if accommodation is needed.