Stores Operative

Vibe Recruit; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK operations company is seeking a Stores Operative in Cwmbran for a full-time position. The ideal candidate should have strong organisational and mechanical skills, along with experience in inventory control and forklift operation. The role involves checking goods, supervising stock, and ensuring safety compliance. Applicants should have a background in warehousing and be comfortable using IT tools. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills are required.
• Practical mechanical training or hands-on experience is essential.
• Previous experience in inventory, warehousing, or stock control is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle and check all goods inwards, outwards, and manage inventory control.
• Operate equipment including forklifts and tools.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Mechanical problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

IT tools proficiency

Education

Secondary education or equivalent

Tools

Forklift/Counterbalance

Job description

Stores Operative

Location: Cwmbran

Vibe Recruit's client is seeking a Stores Operative to join its UK operations team. This role is a full time, permanent role with an immediate start. Based at the company's Cwmbran facility and reports to the UK Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle and check all goods inwards, goods outwards, and inventory control within the main stores
• Supervise stock components from work‑in‑progress to finished goods, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Prepare and monitor outgoing packages
• Operate equipment including forklifts, tools, and testing equipment
• Co‑ordinate all inbound and outbound freight activities with freight forwarding services
• Support workshop scheduling requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and use of appropriate PPE
• Maintain and organise the stores area, including tools, equipment, and company assets

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong organisational skills
• Mechanically minded with good practical problem‑solving abilities
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Flexible, proactive, and innovative in approach
• Comfortable using inventory management systems and other IT tools
• Secondary education or equivalent
• Practical mechanical training or hands‑on experience
• Forklift/Counterbalance experience
• Previous experience in inventory, warehousing, or stock control is an advantage

What's on Offer

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a well‑organised, mechanically minded individual to develop their skills and contribute to a growing UK operations team. You'll join a supportive environment with opportunities to broaden your technical and operational experience.

To be considered for this role, please upload your CV or contact Naomi on (phone number removed).