Goods In Operative (Forklift)

TN United Kingdom; Enfield; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dependable Goods In Operative to join their warehouse team in Enfield. This full-time role offers a stable and supportive environment for individuals with a background in fast-paced warehouse operations. You will be responsible for accurately receiving and checking deliveries, ensuring goods match paperwork, and maintaining effective stock management. If you have a keen eye for detail and are physically fit, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values safety and efficiency while contributing to a well-regarded food production and distribution business.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach forklift licenses are essential.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, and book in all deliveries accurately.
• Load and unload vehicles safely while ensuring stock rotation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to follow processes

Experience with handheld scanners

Health & Safety practices

Tools

Handheld scanners

WMS systems (e.g. Orderwise)

Job description

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Goods In Operative (Forklift)

Location: Enfield

Salary: £27,464 per annum + benefits

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.00pm

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:

Our client, a well-established food production and distribution business based in Enfield, seeks a dependable and detail-oriented Goods In Operative (Forklift) to join their warehouse team. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous experience in a fast-paced warehouse environment, looking to join a supportive and stable team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately receive, check, and book in all deliveries
• Ensure goods received match delivery paperwork
• Label received stock with correct “Best Before” dates
• Store pallets in the correct locations, with a focus on stock rotation and use-by dates
• Load and unload vehicles safely
• Distribute goods to the appropriate areas or personnel
• Use handheld scanners and electronic WMS to process stock
• Ensure paperwork is completed accurately and passed to the relevant departments
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required

Requirements:

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach forklift licenses (essential)
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Good communication and basic computer skills
• Ability to follow processes and accurately check deliveries against paperwork
• Experience with handheld scanners is advantageous
• Familiarity with WMS systems (e.g. Orderwise) is a plus
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical warehouse environment
• Able to work well under pressure and use initiative
• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices
• Physically fit – some heavy lifting is required

Working Environment:

This role is based within a warehouse environment and involves both desk-based and physical duties.