Stores Assistant

WR Engineering; Onneley; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 37,195,000; Full time

Job summary

WR Engineering in Woore is seeking a Stores Assistant to join a busy warehouse team in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on receiving, storing, and preparing materials for production, with emphasis on accurate stock records and efficient movement of goods.

You will use WMS and handheld scanners, work 8am–4:30pm, 40 hours per week, at £12.71 per hour, and contribute to a safe, clean workplace while supporting the wider team and following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or materials handling role.
• Experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Good organisational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Experience using WMS systems and handheld scanners - desirable.
• A positive, flexible and team-focused approach.
• Good awareness of health & safety within a warehouse environment.
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking and storing incoming goods and materials.
• Picking and preparing materials and products for production or dispatch.
• Maintaining accurate stock records.
• Using WMS systems and handheld scanning equipment.
• Moving and handling materials safely around the warehouse.
• Supporting the wider warehouse and manufacturing teams as required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Following company procedures and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Stores experience

Warehouse experience

Materials handling

WMS systems

Handheld scanners

Health & safety

Teamwork

Forklift certification

Tools

WMS software

Handheld scanners

Job description

Role: Stores Assistant

Location: Woore

Rate: £12.71ph - 40 hours per week

Hours: 8am to 4:30pm

Our client is currently recruiting for a Stores Assistant to join a busy and fast paced warehouse team within a well established manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous stores, warehouse or materials handling experience who is looking to join a stable business offering full training, ongoing development and genuine opportunities for progression.

As a Stores Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the warehouse and the efficient movement and storage of materials and products.

Responsibilities:

• Receiving, checking and storing incoming goods and materials
• Picking and preparing materials and products for production or dispatch
• Maintaining accurate stock records
• Using WMS systems and handheld scanning equipment
• Moving and handling materials safely around the warehouse
• Supporting the wider warehouse and manufacturing teams as required
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Following company procedures and health & safety requirements

This can be a physically demanding role, involving the handling and movement of the types of products manufactured on site, so candidates should be comfortable working in a hands‑on warehouse environment.

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or materials handling role
• Experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Good organisational and attention-to-detail skills
• Experience using WMS systems and handheld scanners - desirable
• A positive, flexible and team-focused approach
• Good awareness of health & safety within a warehouse environment
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck certification is highly desirable, and candidates holding current certificates will be given preference.