Stores Operative - Desford

Forterra plc; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job description

Forterra - Desford, Heath Road, Bagworth, Coalville, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Req #541

07 May 2025

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Desford team as a Stores Operative.

The role involves managing site stores effectively, re-ordering spare parts & consumables at appropriate times, and ensuring safe storage in line with COSHH requirements.

Your duties include but are not limited to:

• Conducting daily and end-of-month checks of fuel and chemical stock levels.
• Checking PPE and other production consumables daily.
• Managing stock levels using a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system).
• Carrying out periodic stock checks of all spares (cycle counts).
• Taking remedial actions based on stock level assessments.
• Supplying goods/parts to all factory areas as required.
• Collecting and transporting goods to/from the site.
• Assisting engineering teams in creating kits for planned maintenance.
• Liaising with management and suppliers to meet delivery deadlines and achieve cost efficiency.
• Ensuring the correct PPE is always worn.
• Reporting health and safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Controlling stores spending against budgets.
• Assisting in planning and organizing parts around maintenance shutdowns.

About You:

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge or willingness to develop knowledge in a heavy-industry environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in heavy industry and/or engineering background preferred.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and able to work independently.

The role requires no formal qualifications but includes a minimum of 3 months training under supervision, with competency checks on all duties.

Training includes:

• Company Induction
• Manual Handling, COSHH, Lock Off (LOTOTO), Working at Height, Spill Kit/Containment, PPE Awareness (including face fit testing), Working Safely, Fire Awareness, Noise Awareness, FLT (as required), and other relevant training.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Life Assurance and Pension Scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Gym benefit, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and more.
• Opportunities for personal development and progression.

Forterra is a leading manufacturer of concrete and clay building products, including Thermalite blocks, Bison Precast, London Brick, and others, used extensively in construction.

Our purpose is to build lasting legacies by supporting construction projects from the ground up.

We are committed to safety and achieving zero harm in our workplaces.