Quality Control & Warehouse Inventory Associate

NewCold; Corby; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave Package

5% Employer Pension Contributions

Health & wellbeing programme

Free parking

Modern Canteen Facilities

Modern canteen

Health & wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Employee discount

Additional leave after 4 years

Job summary

A cold chain logistics provider in Corby is seeking a Quality Control & Warehouse Inventory Associate. The role encompasses managing customer stock, conducting audits, and maintaining stock accuracy in a cold warehouse environment. Applicants should have proven inventory experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work in cold conditions. The position offers 42.5 hours per week with a mix of day and night shifts, alongside various benefits including enhanced annual leave and employer pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory, stock control, or quality assurance within a warehouse.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in cold conditions, including temperatures as low as -20 °C.
• MHE license preferred or willingness to be trained.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly audits and report stock discrepancies.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly stock control tasks.
• Investigate missing or mislabeled pallets.
• Liaise with clients on stock-related issues.
• Operate Material Handling Equipment as required.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (MLS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Control & Warehouse Inventory Associate

NewCold is a service provider in cold chain logistics focused on the development and operation of large, highly automated cold stores. NewCold strives to be crucial in the cold chain of leading food companies, offering advanced logistic services worldwide. We use the latest technology to empower our people, handle food responsibly, and guarantee food safety in a sustainable way.

About the Vacancy

Job Title: Quality Control & Warehouse Inventory Associate
Department: Inventory / Stock Control
Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off days only.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented associate to support the accurate management of customer stock within our automated warehouse environment. This role is key to ensuring timely response to stock-related queries and maintaining high standards of stock accuracy, control, and reporting across all processes. You will work closely with the Inventory Manager and other warehouse teams to identify and resolve issues promptly and professionally.

Purpose of the Role

Ensure all customer stock is accurately recorded upon entry and exit from the warehouse, handle stock-related requests efficiently, and maintain ground visibility to prevent and resolve issues before they impact operations. The role requires both administrative and hands‑on work within the warehouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly inbound and outbound audits for all customer accounts.
• Log, investigate, and report stock discrepancies professionally to clients.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly stock control tasks, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Investigate missing or mislabelled pallets and resolve root causes.
• Carry out system investigations to identify stock movement or process issues.
• Conduct pick‑floor stock counts and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with agreed stock accuracy and audit standards.
• Action consolidation/restack on customer request.
• Process and check refused or returned pallets.
• Identify and manage Corby return pallets.
• Unpick and restack pallets as per customer specifications.
• Consolidate pallets on request to optimise warehouse space.
• Handle damaged stock by building disposal pallets in line with customer guidelines.
• Act as the first point of contact for inventory‑related issues from clients and delivery points.
• Respond to customer emails and queries in a timely, professional manner.
• Liaise with clients on order cancellations and allocation changes, especially outside regular office hours and on weekends.
• Attend customers’ weekly stock meeting to raise and resolve stock issues.
• Operate MHE (Material Handling Equipment) to load/unload pallets from trailers and buffer lanes.
• Support general warehouse duties as required to ensure smooth operations.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to monitor and maintain inventory integrity.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory, stock control, or quality assurance within a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Competent in using Warehouse Management Systems (MLS) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• High levels of physical fitness with the ability to carry out manual handling tasks regularly.
• Comfortable working in cold store conditions with temperatures as low as -20 °C.
• MHE license (preferred) or willingness to be trained.

Benefits

• Enhanced Annual Leave Package
• 5 % Employer Pension Contributions
• 2 x Salary Death in Service Benefit
• Overtime Available
• Free parking
• Modern Canteen Facilities
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral Programme
• Employee discount and additional leave (up to 25 days after 4 years)

Schedule & Location

4 on 4 off days. Includes day shift, night shift, rotating day and night shift. 21 days holiday each year (including all bank holiday entitlements). Holiday entitlement increases by 1 day for each year of service, up to a maximum of 25 days after 4 years. Work location: In person – NN17 5XN.

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Why Work for NewCold?

With the prospect of many new construction projects worldwide in the very near future, NewCold offers the opportunity to join a young but powerful company in the field of logistical services. We have the ambition to rapidly become the market leader in modern and automated cold storage with additional supply chain services such as transport and distribution. The role’s international scope and impact may appeal to you even more.