Forklift-Equipped Warehouse Stock Controller

Edwin Holden's Bottling Co. Ltd.; Dudley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwin Holden's Bottling Co. Ltd. in Dudley is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our operations team.

You will manage stock receipt, storage, and dispatch, ensuring accuracy against documentation and safe handling of materials within a fast-paced bottling environment. The role requires a valid Counterbalance FLT licence, at least 3 years' warehouse experience, strong numerical and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence
• Minimum 3 years warehouse experience
• Experience of stock control and inventory counting
• Good numerical and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
• Basic computer skills including Outlook and Excel
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Experience within FMCG accredited environments
• Knowledge of duty suspended goods procedures
• Experience of warehouse management or stock control systems

Responsibilities

• Check incoming goods against delivery documentation and report discrepancies.
• Load outgoing orders accurately with delivery and collection documentation.
• Ensure incoming alcoholic products have Duty Suspended documentation and notify if missing.
• Maintain warehouse, yard and storage areas in a clean, organised and safe condition.
• Rotate stock and report slow-moving or obsolete stock.
• Complete daily FLT pre-use inspections and report defects.
• Hold and maintain a valid Counterbalance FLT Licence and operate equipment per procedures.
• Notify shortages and potential supply issues to management.
• Comply with quality procedures and report anything that may compromise product quality, legality or safety.
• Ensure stock documents and processes are accurate and up to date.

Skills

Counterbalance FLT Licence

Warehouse experience

Stock control

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Outlook

Excel

Communication skills

Food & beverage manufacturing

FMCG environment

Goods receipt

Tools

Warehouse management system

Stock control system

Job description

Edwin Holden's Bottling Co. Ltd. in Dudley is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operative to join our operations team.

You will manage stock receipt, storage, and dispatch, ensuring accuracy against documentation and safe handling of materials within a fast-paced bottling environment. The role requires a valid Counterbalance FLT licence, at least 3 years' warehouse experience, strong numerical and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.