Despatch and Stores Assistant / Warehouse Operative Join a busy logistics and manufacturing team where youll support the movement of goods, manage inventory, and ensure all despatch and stores activities are completed safely, accurately, and on time. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Warehouse Assistant, Stock Controller, Logistics Assistant, Despatch Clerk, Logistics Operative, Despatch Operative SALARY: Competitive Depending on Experience Benefits LOCATION: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Despatch and Stores Assistant / Warehouse Operative to join a well-established manufacturing and logistics operation. As a Despatch and Stores Assistant / Warehouse Operative youll help ensure goods are received, stored, and despatched efficiently while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and quality. Youll manage stock levels, complete documentation, and register shipments through internal systems. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in warehouse or despatch roles who enjoys working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. If youre organised, proactive, and committed to keeping operations running smoothly, this role could be ideal for you. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Despatch and Stores Assistant / Warehouse Operative include: Coordinate Daily Operations: Support warehouse, stores, and despatch functions to meet business and customer needs Check Inventory: Verify goods in and out against paperwork and stock systems Maintain Records: Accurately log stock movements, deliveries, and collections Package and Label: Prepare and label goods in line with customer and company standards Register Shipments: Record despatches using courier and internal tracking systems Report Issues: Communicate shortages, errors, or damages promptly to the supervisor Support Inspection: Assist with inspection and part marking when required Ensure Documentation Accuracy: Match certificates, route cards, and records to items correctly Maintain a Safe Workspace: Keep warehouse and stores areas clean, safe, and organised Assist Deliveries: Help coordinate deliveries to customers and suppliers Contribute to Improvements: Support ongoing safety and process improvement initiatives CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Experience working in warehouse, despatch, or logistics environments Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling goods and paperwork Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and stock control systems Commitment to high standards of safety, service, and quality Forklift licence (desirable) HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14003 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ