Contract : Full time
Weekly hours : 37.5
Warehouse Associate
Location: Bamber Bridge, PR5
Contract Type: Full Time
Job Type: Ongoing Temporary (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)
Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay Rate
£14.50 per hour
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 1:30pm
Breaks
* Two 10-minute paid breaks
* One 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Role Overview
The Best Connection are currently recruiting for a reliable and organised Warehouse Associate / Stock Assistant to join a busy warehouse and production operation in Bamber Bridge.
This is a hands-on role involving stock control, goods in/out, warehouse duties, and occasional local van deliveries. The successful candidate will support the smooth day-to-day running of warehouse and production operations by ensuring stock is accurately received, stored, issued, and dispatched using a computerised stock control system.
This is an excellent long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
* Handling goods in and goods out processes
* Booking in deliveries and checking stock against delivery notes
* Loading and unloading deliveries safely
* Placing stock into correct warehouse locations
* Picking, packing, and preparing orders for dispatch
* Issuing stock and materials to the production department
* Carrying out stock checks, stock counts, and stock adjustments
* Maintaining accurate stock records using a computerised stock control system
* Using hand-held scanners to manage inventory
* Operating a Counterbalance FLT where required
* Making local van deliveries when required
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised warehouse environment
* Following health and safety procedures at all times
* Supporting general warehouse and manual handling duties
Requirements
* Full, clean UK driving licence (Category B essential)
* Licence check will be carried out
* Previous warehouse or stock control experience preferred
* Basic computer skills and experience using stock systems
* Experience using hand scanners and inventory systems desirable
* Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
* Good attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Reliable with a strong work ethic
Desirable Skills
* Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (externally accredited preferred)
* Reach truck experience advantageous
* Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
* Knowledge of stock control procedures
FLT training may be provided for the right candidate.
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly pay of £14.50 per hour
* Stable Monday-Friday working schedule
* Early finish on Fridays
* Long-term opportunity with temp-to-perm potential
* Supportive and team-oriented working environment
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Preston
Bamber Bridge, Lancashire
preston@thebestconnection.co.uk
01772 201777