Goods-In Operative

CV Locator; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Locator is seeking a proactive Goods-In Operative to join our busy manufacturing site in Sutton Coldfield. This role offers variety and genuine opportunities to learn across manufacturing operations, rather than standing at a loading bay all day.

You will manage inbound freight, perform stock counts, inspections, enforce 5S, and support other departments when quieter. You will use WMS and standard IT tools such as MS Word/Excel/Outlook to keep data accurate and up-to-date.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum experience as Warehouse/Goods-In Operative.
• Strong stock control background and inventory management.
• Good IT skills with MS Word/Excel/Outlook; familiarity with WMS.
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization abilities; works well under pressure.
• Proactive and willing to cross-train across departments and learn new areas.
• 5S workplace organization awareness.
• Experience with loading doors and loading bays is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Goods-In & Inventory: Manage inbound freight and inventory levels; reconcile data with WMS.
• In-Goods inspections: Random and batch inspections of selected commodities.
• Stock Control: Lead regular stock-taking and documentation.
• Health & Safety: Promote high H&S standards and complete MHE checklists; report incidents.
• Housekeeping: Maintain high standards of workplace organization (5S).
• Cross-Training & Growth: Assist other departments and learn additional business areas when deliveries are quiet.

Skills

Stock control

WMS familiarity

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Organization

Time management

Prioritization

Cross-training willingness

5S

Loading bay operations

Safety awareness

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Are you an experienced Warehouse or Goods-In Operative looking for a role with variety and genuine opportunities to learn?

We are looking for a proactive, diligent, and approachable Goods-In Operative to join our busy manufacturing site in Sutton Coldfield. Because our operation handles around 3 to 4 key deliveries a day, this is a unique position. It offers a fantastic environment for someone who doesn't want to just stand at a loading bay all day—you will be supported and trained to help out in other areas of the business during quieter periods, expanding your skillset across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Goods-In & Inventory: Manage inbound freight, control inventory levels through physical counts, and reconcile data with our warehouse management systems.
• Goods-In, Random and/or batch inspections of selected commodities.
• Stock Control: Lead and manage regular stock-taking processes and documentation.
• Health & Safety: Promote top-tier H&S standards, complete Material Handling Equipment (MHE) checklists, and report any accidents or near misses following company procedures.
• Housekeeping: Maintain exceptional standards of workplace organization and housekeeping (following 5S principles).
• Cross-Training & Growth: Bring a flexible attitude to support other departments and learn new aspects of the business operations when daily deliveries are complete.

What We Are Looking For :

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Warehouse Operative or Goods-In Operative.
• Solid background in stock control and inventory management.
• Good basic IT skills (confident using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook) and familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to work well under pressure.
• A proactive, positive, and approachable attitude—with a genuine willingness to cross-train and learn other parts of the business.
• 5S workplace organization awareness.
• Previous experience working with high-speed loading doors and loading bays.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to £14.00 per hour.
• A supportive working environment with cross-training and continuous professional development opportunities.