Warehouse Operative
SG19, Bedfordshire
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
£27,000 - £30,000
Job Purpose
We are recruiting for an ambitious and self motivated Warehouse Operative to join our client in a growing team in a primarily lone working role, supporting the day to day running of warehouse and inventory operations.
This position will involve managing stock, maintaining high standards within the warehouse environment and carrying out driving duties for local deliveries and collections when required.
We are looking for someone who wants to make the role their own, bring ideas to improve processes and develop with the business, with a clear opportunity to progress into a future supervisory or management position as the team grows.
The ideal candidate will be organised, reliable, hands on and comfortable working independently within a fast paced engineering and industrial environment.
Job Responsibilities
Manage the day to day running of the warehouse department in a lone working environment
Receive, check, book in and accurately store incoming stock
Pick, pack and prepare parts and equipment for engineers and customers
Maintain accurate stock records and carry out regular stock checks and inventory audits
Ensure the stores area remains clean, organised and compliant with health & safety standards
Carry out local deliveries and collections using company vehicles when required
Liaise with suppliers, engineers and internal departments to support operational requirements
Monitor stock levels and report shortages or ordering requirements
Identify opportunities to improve stores processes, organisation and efficiency
Support the future growth and development of the stores function as the business expands
Work independently while maintaining high levels of reliability, organisation and accountability
Assist with general warehouse and operational duties as required by the business
Experience required
Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or stock control role
Full clean driving licence required
Ability to work independently in a lone working environment
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Basic IT skills and confidence using stock systems
Full UK driving licence (for local deliveries and collections)
Reliable, self-motivated and proactive approach
Good communication and teamwork skills
Ability to prioritise workload in a fast paced environment
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