Job Details
* Role: Warehouse Assistant/Administrator
* Salary: £26,000 p/yr
* Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 Mon - Fri
* Location: Birchwood, Warrington
* Contract: Permanent
Our client, a manufacturing company based in Birchwood, is currently seeking a Warehouse Assistant/Administrator to join their expanding team on a permanent basis.
Reporting directly to the Warehouse Supervisor, the role involves assisting with general warehousing duties including picking, packing, using a Fort Lift Truck (Counterbalance), and logistics administration.
Benefits
* Private Health Insurance scheme (subject to successful probationary period)
* Excellent company pension scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Responsibilities
* Assisting with general warehousing duties including picking, packing, using a Fort Lift Truck (Counterbalance)
* Organising the safe and efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of products to customers to satisfy and meet customer demand
* Responsible for all goods in and out ensuring things are recorded correctly and traceable
* Liaise with carriers, chasing cost‑effective quotes for shipping to UK mainland and European countries, ensuring all documentation is correct
* Interact with customs authorities to address any issues/questions arising during the clearing of customs
* Coordinate with the sales and production departments as well as freight companies to ensure goods are DIFOT (dispatched in full on time)
* Advise relevant colleagues of any shipments that are on hold and of any warehouse or transport issues
* Perform some heavy lifting (up to 25 kg) while picking
* Maintain a positive, customer‑focused attitude, encouraging change and continuous improvement
* Perform other warehousing or administration duties required by senior leaders
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum of 3 years warehousing experience
* Working knowledge and understanding of ERP applications such as Oracle
* Must have a valid RTITB accredited Counterbalance Forklift driver licence and experience
* Confident communicating with external parties and hauliers
* Flexible and adaptable
* Good time‑management and prioritisation skills
* Dynamic and self‑motivated with strong communication, interpersonal and relationship skills
* Team player with enthusiasm for your work and dedication to high standards of quality
* Confident in use of Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel and Outlook
Apply today to become part of our dynamic warehouse team.
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