Goods In & Out Operator

Ashley & Finch Recruitment; Rudloe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Goods In & Out Operator for a long-established manufacturing company in Rudloe, Wiltshire. This role requires someone organized and hands-on, proficient in warehouse tasks. Responsibilities include receiving, inspecting, and dispatching goods, ensuring materials flow efficiently, and maintaining organized stock areas. The ideal candidate should have experience in similar roles, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to work both independently and as part of a team. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Company pension scheme after probation

25 days + bank holidays

PPE, uniform, and refreshments provided

Qualifications

• Previous experience in goods in/out, stores, warehouse, or similar role.
• Knowledge of stock control and basic IT/data entry skills.
• Capable of working both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and dispatch goods.
• Check loads for damaged or missing items.
• Maintain accurate records of all goods movements.
• Conduct monthly stock counts and reconcile inventory.

Skills

Organisational ability

Attention to detail

Basic IT/data entry skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Driving ability

Tools

Forklift

Stock control systems

Job description

Location: Wiltshire
Salary: From £30,000 per year (DOE)
Hours: Monday-Thursday 08:00-17:00, Friday 08:00-13:00
Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting a Goods In & Out Operator for a long‑established manufacturing company. This role suits someone organised, reliable, and hands‑on, with strong attention to detail and experience working in a warehouse, stores, or production environment. You will play a key part in ensuring materials flow efficiently through the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and dispatch goods
• Check loads for damaged or missing items
• Store goods in correct locations and maintain organised stock areas
• Prepare, pack, and load items for shipment
• Book transport for outgoing deliveries
• Maintain accurate records of all goods movements
• Move and rearrange stock manually or using lifting equipment
• Support WIP movements between production cells
• Conduct monthly stock counts and reconcile inventory
• General housekeeping to keep the warehouse safe and tidy
• Liaise with other departments to coordinate workloads
• Assist with swarf collection and recycling
• Provide cover for forklift/warehouse duties when required

Requirements

• Previous experience in goods in/out, stores, warehouse, or similar role
• Knowledge of stock control and basic IT/data entry skills
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
• Capable of working both independently and within a team
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks
• Driving ability for company van use
• Forklift experience or willingness to undertake training

Desirable Skills

• Experience using stock control or ERP systems
• Forklift certification
• Strong spatial awareness to optimise storage layouts

What We Offer

• Starting salary from £30,000 (DOE)
• 39‑hour working week with an early Friday finish
• Company pension scheme after probation
• Accrued holiday in year one, then 25 days + bank holidays
• PPE, uniform, and refreshments provided
• Stable long‑term employer with strong industry presence