Warehouse Assistant

jbtm; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel in Adlington, UK is seeking a proactive Stores / Warehouse Assistant on a fixed-term 6-month contract. The role is full-time (39 hours per week, Monday–Friday) to support production and aftermarket operations through receipt, storage and delivery of materials.

You will handle deliveries in Sage/ERP, perform cycle counts, assemble production kits, and dispatch goods while maintaining safety and housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Must have strong Health & Safety practices.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and flexible with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check and book in deliveries using ERP (Sage and bespoke systems).
• Carry out cycle counting and stocktaking to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assemble components into kits for production and aftermarket use; supply materials to shop floor.
• Pack, prepare and dispatch components; liaise with site logistics for movement of goods.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and follow safe manual handling practices.

Skills

UK driving licence

Health & Safety awareness

IT literate: MS Office & ERP

Organisational skills

Communication & teamwork

Proactive attitude

Multi-tasking

Job description

Stores / Warehouse Assistant (Fixed Term 6-month Contract)

Adlington, UK | Full-time (39 hours per week, Monday-Friday)

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Stores / Warehouse Assistant to join our team. This role plays a vital part in our end-to-end manufacturing process, ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, and delivery of materials to support production and aftermarket operations. Working as part of a close-knit team, you will help maintain efficiency, accuracy, and strong communication across departments.

What You’ll Be Doing

Stores & Stock Control

• Receive, check, and book in deliveries using ERP systems (Sage and bespoke systems)
• Carry out cycle counting and stocktaking to maintain accurate inventory
• Identify and report discrepancies, damages, or quality concerns
• Maintain organised and accurate storage locations

Kitting & Production Support

• Pick and assemble components into kits for production and aftermarket use
• Supply materials and components to shop floor teams in line with deadlines
• Act as a key point of contact supporting multiple production teams

Dispatch & Logistics

• Pack and prepare components and products for shipping
• Support aftermarket dispatch activities
• Liaise with site logistics teams to coordinate movement of goods

Health, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices
• Follow manual handling guidelines and use lifting equipment safely
• Contribute to Health & Safety initiatives, reporting and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety practices
• IT literate (MS Office and ERP systems)
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Proactive, flexible, and "can-do" attitude

Desirable

• Experience in a stores, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of stock control processes and ERP systems
• Forklift Truck (FLT) Licence (advantageous - training can be provided)
• Understanding of Health & Safety in a manufacturing setting

Why Join JBT Marel?

At JBT Marel, you’ll be part of a business that values teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement.

You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities to develop your skills and gain training
• A role where your contribution directly supports production success
• Being part of a globally recognised and growing organisation

Shape the Future of Food

At JBT Marel, we’re not just supporting the food industry – we’re helping to transform it. As a global leader in food technology, we design and deliver innovative solutions that enable food producers worldwide to operate more efficiently, maintain the highest quality standards, and move towards a more sustainable future.

Our Adlington site is a key part of that global impact. Here, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where ideas are valued, ownership is encouraged, and contributions truly matter. We combine technical excellence with a practical, hands-on approach, creating an environment where people can thrive and make a real difference.

Everything we do is guided by our core values:

Create with Collaboration. Serve with Integrity. Grow with Excellence. Advance with Innovation.

These principles shape not only how we work - but how we succeed, together.