Warehouse Goods Receipt Clerk

Location: France

Salary: €3,250-3,575/month

Job type: Full-time

Experience: Entry

Openings: 10

Contract duration: 1 year

About this role

Check incoming deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes. Scan barcodes of all received items into the WMS system. Inspect goods for transit damage and record discrepancies. Move stock to designated put-away locations using pallet truck. Maintain clear and accurate goods-in area at all times.

Schedule: Mon–Fri, 06:00–13:30 · 37 hrs/wk.
Contract: 1 year renewable.

Working in France
France's second-largest economy in Europe drives steady demand in construction, food processing, automotive and warehouse logistics. A work visa with OFII validation on arrival is standard; processing typically runs 8 to 12 weeks plus the in-country OFII step. Outside Paris and the Côte d'Azur, cost of living is moderate; cities like Lyon, Lille and Toulouse host major industrial employers. France has long-established communities from Vietnam, North Africa and South Asia, especially in Île-de-France and the south.

What this role looks like day-to-day
A normal day moves between picking orders against a hand-scanner, packing them on labelled pallets, and operating a low-level forklift or pallet jack. Modern warehouses are climate-controlled and most picking is done within walking distance of your station. This role suits workers comfortable on their feet, with steady hand-eye coordination, and an ability to maintain accuracy as the picking pace builds toward end-of-shift cutoffs.

Who fits and how to apply
16 positions are open on this contract, with a 1 year renewable agreement and pay between €3,250-3,575/month. This is an entry-level role — the employer provides paid training during onboarding. On language: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Contract benefits include accommodation, meals, employer-provided accommodation, work permit and visa support. CHI Recruiting handles document preparation, employer match, work permit and visa filing — full paid recruitment service with transparent pricing disclosed before you commit.

Job reference: CHI-4CC17AA4.

Requirements

Skills

Benefits & Perks

Language requirements

Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site

FAQ

What does the work permit and visa process look like for France?

Processing typically runs 8-12 plus OFII validation once your documents are in order (passport, education attestation, police clearance, medical fitness). CHI Recruiting handles the employer-side application; the worker pays government fees (medical, embassy, document chain) which are disclosed transparently up front.

What about the climate and lifestyle in France?

Mild — varies by region. Worker accommodation is centrally heated. France has growing migrant-worker communities, especially in industrial cities. Free time activities, religious facilities, halal/vegetarian food access — these vary by city and CHI Recruiting briefs every worker pre-departure.

What is included in the contract for this Warehouse Goods Receipt Clerk?

Salary is €3,250-3,575/month. Contract is 1 year renewable. This intake covers 16 placements. Most contracts in our partner network include shared accommodation, meals on shift, work uniform and PPE — confirmed on the offer letter.

Do I need previous experience for this Warehouse Goods Receipt Clerk?

No prior experience is required for this position. Paid on-the-job training runs through your first 2-4 weeks at the plant, after which you operate independently with periodic supervision. Workers from any blue-collar background adapt smoothly.

What language level is needed at the plant?

For this specific role: Basic English (A2) — language courses available on-site. Most multinational plants run in English on the floor with simplified communication and pictogram safety signs. Free or subsidised on-site language classes are common after month 1.

Is forklift certification required?

Forklift or pallet-jack certification is paid by the employer and is typically completed within the first 2-4 weeks. Workers without certification still pick orders manually until certified — pay is the same.

To apply, visit the live page: https://chirecruiting.com/jobs/warehouse-goods-receipt-clerk-france-4cc17aa4