Location: Powerstar Bromsgrove B60 3DX
Reporting to: Purchasing Manager
Are you an organised, hands-on stores professional with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency?
We're looking for a Stores Assistant to join our Operations team at Powerstar's Bromsgrove facility. You'll be at the heart of our stores function, ensuring materials and components are received, stored and distributed accurately to support production and customer delivery.
As a Stores Assistant, you'll take ownership of goods-in processes, stock accuracy and material movements across the site. Working closely with Procurement, Production and Operations teams, you'll help maintain a safe, organised and efficient stores environment that keeps our manufacturing operation running smoothly. Your contribution will directly support on-time production, inventory accuracy and continuous improvement across the business.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Receive and check deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes
Inspect goods for damage or discrepancies and ensure accurate booking-in on the inventory system
Maintain accurate stock records and support cycle counts and stock takes
Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
Accurately pick, pack and issue materials in line with production schedules
Maintain a clean, safe and organised stores environment in line with 5S principles
Update stock movements on the ERP/MRP system and maintain accurate documentation
Adhere to health and safety policies, including safe manual handling and equipment use
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the stores function
Personal Specification
Essential:
Valid Forklift Truck Licence
Previous experience working in a warehouse or stores environment
Experience handling goods in/out processes
Basic stock control experience
Desirable:
Experience using ERP/MRP systems
Experience within a manufacturing environment
Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clear and confident communication skills
Reliable, punctual and proactive
Flexible approach to work
About Powerstar
Powerstar designs and manufactures a diverse range of transformers, voltage optimisers and battery energy storage systems. Our Bromsgrove site focuses on transformer manufacturing, while our Sheffield facility supports voltage optimisation and BESS solutions.
Additional Information
Manual handling required
PPE required in line with company policy
Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods
Benefits
25 days holiday + 8 public bank holidays
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Salary Extras
EV Charging on-site
If you're ready to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy and teamwork really matter, we'd love to hear from you.