Stores Operative - FLT Licence

Ethero Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethero Ltd in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced Stores Assistant to join our busy manufacturing environment. You will support smooth material flow, handle stock movement, and work closely with production teams to ensure parts are available.

The role requires a valid counterbalance forklift licence, ability to lift heavy items safely, and good organisation. You will work Monday to Friday during daytime hours in a team-focused, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy manufacturing stores environment.
• Valid, in-date external counterbalance forklift licence (essential).
• Ability to lift and move heavy items safely.
• Reliable with Monday to Friday daytime shifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate external counterbalance forklift with in-date licence.
• Lifting, stacking, and organizing materials and parts efficiently.
• Picking and preparing parts for production as required.
• Stock management, inventory checks and ensuring stores area is clean.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure materials are available as needed.
• Maintain records of stock movements and report discrepancies.

Skills

Forklift licence

Stores experience

Stock management

Organisational skills

Team player

Job description

Stores Assistant - Manufacturing Environment

Location: Stoke on Trent, ST4 Area

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Days

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Stores Assistant to join our busy manufacturing environment in the Stoke on Trent area. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, supporting the smooth flow of materials and parts within the stores.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate external counterbalance forklift with an in-date licence
• Lifting, stacking, and organizing materials and parts efficiently
• Picking and preparing parts for production as required
• General stores duties including stock management, inventory checks, and ensuring cleanliness of the stores area
• Collaborate closely with production teams to ensure materials are available as needed
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements and report any discrepancies

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a busy manufacturing stores environment
• Valid, in-date external counterbalance forklift licence (essential)
• Ability to lift and move heavy items safely
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Reliability and commitment to working Monday to Friday during daytime hours
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Opportunities for further training and development