Stores Operative

STORES OPERATIVE / WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT
Location: RH20 area
Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30am 5:00pm
Pay: £12.50 £13.00 per hour
Progression opportunities with a leading engineering business

We re recruiting for a motivated and dependable Stores Operative / Warehouse Assistant to join our clients team. This is a hands-on, physical role within a warehouse that supports precision manufacturing and assembly operations. The position offers genuine progression opportunities for someone looking to build a long-term career in a growing business.

The Role

You ll be responsible for the smooth running of the warehouse and materials flow, supporting both goods in/out and production supply. Day-to-day tasks will include:

• Managing goods in, including booking deliveries, checking paperwork and inspecting parts for damage or discrepancies
• Preparing goods out for dispatch, packaging, labelling and arranging transport collections
• Using Counterbalance forklift trucks, electric pallet trucks and stackers to move materials safely and efficiently
• Maintaining accurate stock control, updating records in the company s inventory system
• Issuing components and materials to production and assembly teams as required
• Organising and maintaining the warehouse layout to ensure clear and efficient storage
• Conducting stock checks and reporting shortages or damaged goods to the Stores Supervisor
• Ensuring all deliveries are processed promptly and correctly labelled for traceability
• Following all health and safety procedures, maintaining a tidy and hazard-free environment

About You

• Previous experience in a warehouse, stores or logistics environment
• Valid Counterbalance licence preferred (in-house or external)
• Confident using basic IT systems and updating stock records accurately
• Excellent attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting
• Strong communication skills and a team player who supports colleagues when needed
• Reliable, proactive and takes pride in maintaining high standards of work

This role would suit someone from a manufacturing, engineering or industrial background who enjoys working in a practical environment and wants to develop within a forward-thinking business.