Counter Balance (Mon - Fri, Days & After)

UK AAG Ferraris Piston Service Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts & cashback

Pension advice

Health resources

Training opportunities

Free onsite parking

Career progression

Job summary

Alliance Automotive Logistics operates as the distribution arm supporting Alliance Automotive Group, delivering 250,000+ parts to garages across Europe. Based at the National Distribution Centre in Rotherham, the Warehouse Operative supports receipt, storage and dispatch of goods while upholding safety and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

You will handle forklifts, stock movements, goods-in and dispatch activities, and use handheld scanners to ensure correct labelling and traceability.

Qualifications

• Valid in-date counterbalance forklift licence/certification.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution centre is preferred.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic IT or handheld scanner experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift safely and per site procedures.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound vehicles.
• Move stock to designated storage, picking and dispatch areas.
• Carry out replenishment to maintain stock availability.
• Scan and record stock movements using handheld devices.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Handheld scanner

Warehouse systems

Job description

Comprising over 77 Distribution Centres across 8 countries, Alliance Automotive Logistics stands as the pivotal distribution arm of Alliance Automotive Group and has rooted its reputation on the principles of service excellence, its mission to cultivate and nurture enduring partnerships with its extensive clientele and suppliers, and aiming to provide sustained value and reliability in all its operations.

Specialising in providing an unparalleled range of logistical solutions and delivering over 250,000 parts to garages and repair centres throughout Europe, Alliance Automotive Logistics guarantee that garages and fast-fit centres can repair and maintain their customers vehicles as quickly and efficiently as possible.

As a Warehouse Operative at our National Distribution Centre in Rotherham, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment while delivering high standards of accuracy and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a counterbalance forklift truck safely and in accordance with site procedures and training.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound vehicles.
• Move palletised stock to designated storage, picking and dispatch locations.
• Complete replenishment tasks to maintain stock availability for warehouse operations.
• Carry out routine pre-use forklift checks and promptly report defects or safety concerns.
• Assist with goods-in, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch activities as required.
• Scan and record stock movements accurately using warehouse systems or handheld devices.
• Check stock for damage, discrepancies and correct labelling.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness and organisation within the warehouse.
• Follow all health, safety, security and environmental procedures, including use of required PPE.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to meet productivity, quality and service targets.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Valid, in-date counterbalance forklift truck licence/certification.
• Previous warehouse or distribution-centre experience is preferred.
• Experience loading and unloading vehicles and handling palletised goods.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic IT or handheld scanner experience is desirable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, flexible and able to follow procedures closely.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced, dynamic warehouse environment
• Physically demanding role with manual handling, lifting and products up to 25kg
• Compliance with safety standards is essential

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Access to Parts and Perks platform with exclusive discounts and cashback from 1000s of major retailers and grocers
• Discount on car parts
• Free pension advice
• Free access to Health, Wellbeing and Financial tools
• Training and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression within the company

Not the right fit? Create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

FPS conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability or any other protected characteristic

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.