Warehouse Operative

emergemarket.com; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

emergemarket.com is looking for a Warehouse Operative in Birmingham. This full-time role involves managing warehouse operations, including picking and packing orders, inventory control, and operating machinery like forklifts.

Ideal applicants should possess skills in Excel, have good organizational abilities, and a current UK driving license. The company prioritizes maintaining high warehouse standards and ensuring timely delivery of products.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other software programs.
• Familiarity with current warehousing practices is a plus.
• Knowledge of fasteners and fixing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, wrap, label and prepare orders for delivery.
• Receive, label, and store incoming goods accurately.
• Oversee goods-in and goods-out processes efficiently.
• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse machinery.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and stocktakes.
• Maintain high-quality standards for audit readiness.
• Verify delivery notes before dispatch.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Monitor and report the condition of equipment.

Skills

Efficient with Excel

Good organisational skills

Good communication skills

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

Current UK driving license

Job description

Job Overview

In the role of Warehouse Operative at Supply Technologies, you will be integral to both warehouse operations and logistics. Your duties will encompass a wide range of tasks including handling goods in and out, picking and packing orders, maintaining inventory control and safely operating warehouse machinery like forklifts. This position is vital for maintaining the high standards of warehouse operations and ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of products to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently pick, pack, wrap, label, and prepare orders for delivery or collection according to schedule.
• Accurately receive, label, and store incoming goods, ensuring alignment with inventory systems.
• Oversee goods-in and goods-out processes, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse machinery safely and competently, following all safety guidelines.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and stocktakes, maintaining up-to-date records in the warehouse management system.
• Maintain high quality standards to support audit readiness and business compliance.
• Review and verify delivery notes for accuracy before dispatch.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment, adhering to housekeeping standards and optimising space usage.
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or issues with goods or warehouse operations promptly.
• Monitor and report the condition of warehouse vehicles and equipment, advising when maintenance or repairs are required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimise warehouse and logistics operations.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to balance workload and meet deadlines.
• Wear the company uniform at all times, ensuring it is clean and presentable.
• Comply with all procedures, regulations, and safety standards, and participate in relevant training and development.
• Assist in onboarding and training new warehouse staff to ensure consistent performance and understanding of procedures.
• Perform general warehouse duties as required by the business or management.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Efficient with Excel and other Microsoft programs.
• Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods.
• Knowledge of fasteners and fixing advantageous, but not essential.
• A current UK driving license, no more than 6 penalty points.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

Job Type

Full‑time

Work Location

On Site

EEO Statement

Supply Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.