Warehouse Assistant/Administrator

Pertemps Recruitment Ltd; Coalville; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Warehouse Assistant/Administrator in Birchwood. You will operate a Counterbalance Forklift and assist with logistics tasks. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of warehousing experience and a valid forklift license. Comprehensive benefits are included, such as private health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Excellent company pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years warehousing experience.
• Valid RTITB accredited Counterbalance Forklift driver license.
• Confident communication with external parties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general warehousing duties including picking and packing.
• Ensure correct recording of goods in and out.
• Liaise with carriers for cost-effective shipping quotes.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift operation

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

ERP applications knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

• Role: Warehouse Assistant/Administrator
• Salary: £26,000 p/yr
• Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 Mon - Fri
• Location: Birchwood, Warrington
• Contract: Permanent

Our client, a manufacturing company based in Birchwood, is currently seeking a Warehouse Assistant/Administrator to join their expanding team on a permanent basis.
Reporting directly to the Warehouse Supervisor, the role involves assisting with general warehousing duties including picking, packing, using a Fort Lift Truck (Counterbalance), and logistics administration.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance scheme (subject to successful probationary period)
• Excellent company pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Assisting with general warehousing duties including picking, packing, using a Fort Lift Truck (Counterbalance)
• Organising the safe and efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of products to customers to satisfy and meet customer demand
• Responsible for all goods in and out ensuring things are recorded correctly and traceable
• Liaise with carriers, chasing cost‑effective quotes for shipping to UK mainland and European countries, ensuring all documentation is correct
• Interact with customs authorities to address any issues/questions arising during the clearing of customs
• Coordinate with the sales and production departments as well as freight companies to ensure goods are DIFOT (dispatched in full on time)
• Advise relevant colleagues of any shipments that are on hold and of any warehouse or transport issues
• Perform some heavy lifting (up to 25 kg) while picking
• Maintain a positive, customer‑focused attitude, encouraging change and continuous improvement
• Perform other warehousing or administration duties required by senior leaders

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years warehousing experience
• Working knowledge and understanding of ERP applications such as Oracle
• Must have a valid RTITB accredited Counterbalance Forklift driver licence and experience
• Confident communicating with external parties and hauliers
• Flexible and adaptable
• Good time‑management and prioritisation skills
• Dynamic and self‑motivated with strong communication, interpersonal and relationship skills
• Team player with enthusiasm for your work and dedication to high standards of quality
• Confident in use of Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel and Outlook

Apply today to become part of our dynamic warehouse team.