Warehouse operative

Pertemps; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Warehouse Operative to join their dynamic team in the Derby/East Midlands area. This role involves maintaining shipments and inventory control, preparing orders, and ensuring a clean and safe warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of forklift operating experience and the ability to work well in a fast-paced team setting. Join this innovative firm and contribute to their commitment to high-quality standards and productivity. If you are detail-oriented and ready to take on various tasks, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Forklift operating experience required.
• Experience in warehouse/distribution environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and prepare orders for dispatch.
• Follow safety policies and participate in inventory controls.
• Keep the warehouse clean and assist with various tasks.

Skills

Forklift operating

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Experience in warehouse/distribution environment

Job description

Warehouse Operative (Must be able to drive due to new location)

Summary/objective
Maintaining shipments and inventory control by processing orders from inventory, picking and packing orders, verifying shipments. Stocking items from inbound deliveries as part of a Warehouse team based in the Derby / East Midlands Area

Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintain inventory by placing finished products in stock, recording location, quantity, and control number of products; May also do stock counts as requested.
• Prepare orders by pulling and verifying products listed on packing slip or other shipping documents. Preparing pallets and loading products as required for dispatch.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Unloading pallets, checking lot numbers and maintaining general stock control
• Work as part of a team to help manage daily plans, accurately meeting and exceeding productivity.
• Participating in warehouse inventory controls and keeping quality standards high for audits
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy and maintaining equipment
• Assist with various tasks as required.

Competencies

• Attention to detail, dependable, achieving high performance work ethics.
• Must be able to make timely decisions and meet standard goals.
• Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Flexible in working hours and willing to take on a variety of tasks
• Must have 3+ years of Forklift operating experience

Preferred education and experience

• Experience in warehouse/distribution environment preferred.
• Oral and written fluency in English

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary: £24,375k PA
For more information please call Burton Pertemps and ask for Hannah-Laura- 01283 505400