Warehouse Operative

The Best Connection; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a reliable Warehouse Operative to support operations in Dumfries. The role involves unloading stock, performing checks, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates have good literacy and numeracy skills, attention to detail, and stock management knowledge. The position is temporary until at least November, offering £12.21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Good basic literacy and numeracy skills are essential.
• Previous experience in a large organization preferred.
• Knowledge of stock management and Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Unload and check incoming stock deliveries.
• Perform daily checks on the forklift truck.
• Complete daily and weekly stock checks.

Skills

Good basic literacy and numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Warehouse Operative - Dumfries

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with alternate Saturdays 8am to 12pm

Contract: Temporary until at least November

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working Warehouse Operative to join our team in Dumfries. This is a great opportunity to work in a busy environment where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Unloading and checking all incoming stock deliveries, following company policy and Health & Safety procedures
• Carrying out daily checks on the forklift truck and other equipment, reporting any defects to the Depot Manager
• Ensuring stock security and completing all required checks on outgoing orders and deliveries
• Handling customer returns in a professional and courteous manner
• Completing daily and weekly stock checks to maintain an accurate computerised stock file
• Following company policy on damage control and replacement part ordering
• Keeping the warehouse clean, tidy and well-organised, including stock rotation
• Working as part of the team to achieve both individual and depot goals
• Ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for both staff and customers within the depot

About You

• Good basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Forklift licence (preferred but not essential)
• Previous experience working within a large organisation
• Knowledge of stock management and workplace Health & Safety
• Able to work on your own initiative and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail, with good organisational skills and commitment
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations and willingness to follow them at all times

If you are looking for a hands-on role in a supportive team and are available to work until at least November, we'd love to hear from you.