Warehouse Operative

First Base; Stroud; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics company in Stroud is hiring a Warehouse Operative for their team on a long-term temporary contract. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trailers, maintaining records, and ensuring efficient operation within the warehouse. Candidates must possess a valid counterbalance forklift licence and demonstrate strong communication skills. Pay is £14.10 per hour, with varied working hours from January to June. This position is crucial for maintaining productivity and safety within the warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a counterbalance forklift.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers and delivery vehicles.
• Keep accurate records and process paperwork.
• Move products safely and efficiently.
• Participate in stock counts.
• Complete weekly forklift truck checks.

Skills

Valid counterbalance forklift licence

Computer literate

Ability to multitask

Strong communication skills

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Warehouse Operative

Location: Stroud

Hours: January-mid February: 09:30-18:00. Mid February-June: 10:00-18:30

Pay: £14.10 per hour

Contract: Long-term temporary

Key Responsibilities of a Warehouse Operative:

• Loading and unloading international trailers and delivery vehicles
• Safely and efficiently moving a wide range of products
• Keeping accurate records and processing paperwork efficiently
• Real-time processing on SAP
• Managing finished goods movements between factory and distribution centre, from loads to emailing Excel sheets
• Participating in monthly and yearly stock counts
• Maintaining housekeeping to audit standards
• Picking stock for export orders and ensuring safe packing for dispatch
• Completing weekly forklift truck checks
• Providing holiday and sickness cover when required

Key Skills of a Warehouse Operative:

• Valid counterbalance forklift licence
• Computer literate, knowledge of warehouse management systems, ideally SAP (advantageous but not essential)
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with strong communication skills