Warehouse Operative

Contract Personnel Limited; North Walsham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local manufacturing company in North Walsham is seeking a Warehouse Operative/Fork Lift Driver to efficiently support production and supply chain activities. The role requires a forklift licence and experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include managing stock, completing documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a friendly team that values communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Complete documentation for goods in/out accurately.
• Pick and transport stock as per shipping lists.
• Load and offload transport vehicles, ensuring paperwork is correct.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock management

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a local manufacturing business who are looking for a Warehouse Operative/Fork Lift Driver to join their busy and friendly team. You will be responsible for supporting the production function and supply chain by the efficient and safe transportation of goods. The role requires a fork lift licence and ability to record goods in and out.

Responsibilities

• Accurately complete all documentation for goods in/out, including labelling
• Pick stock from racking in line with shipping lists and transport to the correct location
• Load transport vehicles in accordance with inventory requirements, ensuring drivers complete and return correct paperwork
• Offload incoming goods, move them to the receiving area, and store them in line with the goods inwards process
• Transport scrap items from containers to the scrap trailer, recording accurate weight information
• Check inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, reporting any quality or quantity variances
• Conduct daily inspections and minor maintenance on forklifts and other equipment, keeping accurate inspection records
• Receive goods in, including deliveries
• Safely store raw materials in racking and support stock rotation
• Carry out monthly cycle counts on all goods and provide reports as required
• Act as the first point of contact for warehouse-related queries and production support
• Co-ordinate deliveries
• Undertake regular trailer inspections and report/reject as necessary
• Perform weekly racking inspections and report any issues
• Provide cover and support to the production team when required
• Foster effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across departments
• Correctly wear and maintain appropriate PPE at all times

Requirements

• Forklift licence
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Background in factory operations, including loading/unloading goods and stock picking
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety, with the ability to manage personal risk