Stores Operative

EVera Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

EVera Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Stores Operative to join the supply chain team. You will manage incoming deliveries, maintain stock accuracy and support production through timely replenishment of materials.

The role requires a detail-oriented approach, good numerical skills, and familiarity with ERP systems, with a focus on health and safety in a busy manufacturing environment. You will work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, warehouse or goods receiving.
• Precise and detail-oriented approach.
• Familiar with ERP/stock management systems.
• Good numerical and stock-control awareness.
• Understanding of health & safety in manufacturing.
• Proactive, reliable and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking and accepting deliveries of components and materials.
• Booking goods into the system and routing parts to the next stage.
• Storing materials in allocated locations with FIFO and traceability.
• Monitoring line-side stock levels and replenishing via Kanban or 2-bin systems.
• Conducting inventory checks and supporting stock accuracy through counts.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workspace per 5S standards.

Skills

Stores/Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

ERP/Stock management systems

Numerical skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Proactive and reliable

Job description

Working as part of the supply chain team, the Stores Operative will play a key role in managing incoming deliveries, maintaining stock control and supporting production through timely replenishment of materials. The position requires a high level of attention to detail, organisation and a proactive approach within a busy environment.

The Stores Operative will be responsible for:

• Receiving, checking and accepting deliveries of components and materials
• Booking goods into the system and routing parts to the next stage in the process (e.g. inspection)
• Storing materials in allocated locations while maintaining FIFO, traceability and handling requirements
• Monitoring line‑side stock levels and replenishing materials in line with Kanban or 2‑bin systems
• Conducting inventory checks and supporting stock accuracy through regular counts
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workspace in line with 5S and company standards

The Stores Operative will have:

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse or goods receiving environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle precision or sensitive components.
• Basic IT skills, including experience with ERP or stock management systems.
• Good numerical skills and stock control awareness.
• Understanding of health & safety practices within a manufacturing environment.
• A proactive, reliable approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.