Warehouse Operative

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire pump service provider in the UK is seeking a Warehouse Operative / Stores Controller to efficiently manage inventory and support store operations. The role involves ordering and receiving parts, maintaining accurate inventory records, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills and be flexible, organized, and computer literate. Opportunities for training in confined space, forklift operations, and more are offered to support career development.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Paid holidays and sick pay

Matched pension contribution

Life assurance

Employee assistance program

Training opportunities

Collaborative environment

Career development

Qualifications

• Must be flexible and motivated.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate closely.
• Telephone and computer literate.
• Full driving license is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Ordering and receiving parts from suppliers.
• Checking parts upon receipt for correctness.
• Packing and picking stock for the warehouse.
• Organizing deliveries for clients and engineers.
• Maintaining accurate records of inventory.

Skills

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Computer literacy (Excel)

Job description

What you will do

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Operative / Stores Controller to join our Powertec team at Johnson Controls, based out of our office / warehouse in Reading. We have grown to become the largest fire pump service company in the UK. The company draws on over 50 years’ worth of experience in all aspects of the pumping industry.

This is a great opportunity for someone to be responsible for the efficient running of the stores, thus contributing to the efficiency of the company and helping to reduce waste and manage material usage and pre‑assemblies.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a rewarding salary and overtime rates
• Company Perks: Paid holidays including all bank holidays and sick pay
• Comprehensive Benefits: Our package includes a matched pension contribution, life assurance, employee assistance program, referral schemes, among other perks.
• Training Opportunities: Access extensive on‑the‑job and cross‑training opportunities with outstanding resources available.
• Collaborative Environment: Thrive in an encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Business Resource Groups: Join and contribute to our business resource groups.
• Career Development: Long‑term career development is a priority for us.

How you will do it

• Ordering and receiving parts from suppliers.
• Checking of parts being received to ensure correctness and in good order.
• Receiving, packing and picking stock for our separate warehouse.
• Receiving, packing and picking for engineer stock / works.
• Organising / booking onward deliveries for clients and engineers alike.
• Regularly checking stock levels and ensuring they are maintained.
• Carrying out regular stock takes and inventory counts.
• Maintaining accurate records of inventory and stock management systems.
• Working with warehouse staff, quotations teams, planning teams, engineers to co‑ordinate deliveries / shipments as required.

What we look for

• The ideal candidate must be extremely flexible and motivated.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Telephone and computer (excel) literate.
• Collaborating closely with multiple people is crucial.
• Must be organised. A full driving licence is crucial.

The successful candidate will receive training for confined space, first aid, forklift driving, use of Hiab and sling / lifting training and any further training to assist with the position.