Materials Handler

New Appointments Group; Troy Town; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Profit related bonus

Annual salary increase

Company pension

Job summary

New Appointments Group in Edenbridge is seeking a Materials Handler to manage stock, process orders and maintain accurate records. The role focuses on stock control, receiving and dispatch, with an emphasis on accuracy and organisation.

The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, is able to lift heavy items, and possesses good IT and communication skills. Forklift licence is preferred but not essential. Mon-Fri with an early finish on Friday, contributing to a smooth materials flow.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience is required.
• Forklift licence preferred but not essential.
• Capable of lifting heavy items and standing for long periods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock records.
• Conduct regular stock checks and audits.
• Receive deliveries and verify items against purchase orders.
• Ensure smooth flow of orders, materials and dispatch.
• Process customer orders and issue work orders.
• Coordinate materials with production requirements.
• Inspect incoming goods for defects and damage.
• Label, store and rotate stock to minimise waste.
• Pick and pack orders for dispatch and assist loading.
• Coordinate with suppliers, transport and internal teams.
• Operate warehouse machinery and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Forklift licence

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT skills

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift machinery

Job description

Job title: Materials Handler

Location: Edenbridge

Salary: up to £30,000

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

Benefits

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

Key responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 feet 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

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles