Materials Handler

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Edenbridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Annual profit related bonus

Annual salary increase

Company pension

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a warehouse operative to maintain stock records, receive and dispatch goods, and support production with accurate picking and packing. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently or in a team, and a readiness to handle physical duties.

Experience in a warehouse environment is preferred, and a forklift licence would be advantageous. You will operate in a busy storage facility with a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or stores environment.
• Forklift licence would be preferred but not essential.
• Ability to lift heavy items and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with high accuracy; methodical and organised work approach.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of stock levels and perform regular stock checks and audits.
• Receive, unload, verify items against purchase orders and ensure smooth order flow.
• Process customer orders and issue work orders and production instructions.
• Coordinate materials and production requirements; inspect incoming goods for defects.
• Label/storage of items; ensure proper stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Pick and pack customer orders for dispatch; assist with loading outgoing goods.
• Work with suppliers, transport companies and internal teams to coordinate deliveries.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and keep the workplace clean and safe.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift licence

Attention to detail

Teamwork

IT literacy

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday, with an early finish on Friday!

• 23 days annual leave, increasing with service up to 25 days + bank holidays
• Annual profit related bonus
• Annual salary increase
• Company pension

Key responsibilities would be:

• Maintain accurate records of stock levels.
• Perform regular stock checks and audits, reporting any discrepancies.
• Accept deliveries, unload goods and verify items and quantities against purchase orders.
• Ensure smooth flow of orders, materials and dispatch.
• Receive and process customer orders.
• Issue work orders and production instructions.
• Coordinate materials and production requirements.
• Inspect all incoming goods for defects and damages.
• Label and store items in the correct locations.
• Implement effective stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Accurately pick and pack customer orders for dispatch.
• Assist with loading outgoing goods.
• Work with supplies, transport companies and internal teams to coordinate deliveries.
• Resolve any issues promptly and efficiently.
• Safety operate warehouse machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Adhere to all workplace health and safety regulations.
• Ensure the workplace is clean, tidy and safe at all times.

Experience and skills required:

• Previous experience in a warehouse or stores environment
• A valid forklift licence would be preferred but not essential
• The ability to lift heavy items and work on your feed for extended periods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A detail-orientated approach with high levels of accuracy
• Have a methodical approach and be able to organise and prioritise your own workload
• Strong IT skills and computer literacy
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

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