Warehouse operative

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is looking for a reliable Warehouse Operative in Denton, England, to support our busy warehouse team. This role entails various operational tasks such as producing worksheets, booking shipments, and maintaining accurate stock records. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office.

Successful applicants will have strong organisational and communication skills and are able to work well in a fast-paced target-driven environment.

Experience in warehouse operations is helpful, while basic literacy and numeracy skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills essential for data entry.
• Familiarity with inventory tracking systems.
• Previous warehouse experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Print worksheets, picking notes, and confirm batch selections using SAP.
• Prepare carrier documentation for shipments.
• Maintain accurate stock records.
• Load goods onto delivery vehicles.
• Support daily warehouse operations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Proactive initiative

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Warehouse Operative

Location:Denton
Hours:09:00-17:00

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and detail‑focused Warehouse Operative to join our busy and fast‑paced warehouse team. You will support all warehouse departments with a variety of operational and administrative tasks, including producing worksheets, booking shipments, and maintaining accurate stock records. The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive, and confident using Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Print worksheets, picking notes and confirm batch selections using SAP.
• Print and correctly apply labels to outgoing packages.
• Gather and analyse data from software and worksheets to identify opportunities for improvement and process efficiency.
• Prepare carrier documentation for UK and international shipments (including TNT).
• Complete agreed customer administration tasks, including shipping documentation.
• Use Microsoft Office to produce graphs, tables and performance data for warehouse teams.
• Book packaging materials in and out of SAP.
• Provide administrative support to the warehouse and Health & Safety teams, including copying, scanning and maintaining filing systems.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards and follow 5S principles (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardise, Sustain).
• Load goods and packages onto delivery vehicles.
• Maintain accurate stock records to ensure items can be easily located.
• Support daily warehouse operations across processing, picking and packing (training provided).
• Identify opportunities for improved ways of working and contribute ideas to enhance processes and procedures.
• Work consistently to high health and safety standards and follow all warehouse procedures.
• Carry out additional warehouse duties as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills essential for data entry and inventory control.
• Familiarity with inventory tracking systems.
• Previous warehouse experience is desirable.

Essential Skills

• Able to meet the physical demands of the role.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• Able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive and able to use initiative.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in a chemical warehouse environment.
• Manual handling training or experience.
• Experience operating forklifts or pallet trucks.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, hazard identification, accurate measurement and labelling.

Personal Attributes

• Able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Committed to producing high‑quality work.
• Results‑driven, with the ability to meet or exceed targets.
• Positive, respectful and enthusiastic attitude.

If you are interested, please apply with your CV