Warehouse Operative Goods In

MacGregor Industrial Supplies Ltd; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Incremental Annual Leave increasing

Job summary

MacGregor Industrial Supplies Ltd in the North of Scotland is seeking a detail‑oriented Goods in Operative to join our busy warehouse team. You will receive, inspect, and process inbound stock, ensuring accuracy and compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires good numeracy and literacy, the ability to work at pace, and occasional forklift operation. You’ll help with stock rotation, data entry, and collaboration with dispatch to maintain smooth order fulfilment.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is preferred, especially in goods-in.
• Attention to detail to ensure stock accuracy and quality control.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills for recording inventory.
• Understanding of data accuracy and warehouse systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming deliveries to match orders and supplier docs.
• Check for damages and quality issues to minimise defective goods.
• Record stock data accurately in the system.
• Label and allocate goods to storage locations efficiently.
• Communicate with warehouse and purchasing teams to prevent discrepancies.
• Operate forklifts and pallet trucks safely when required.
• Assist in stock rotation, replenishment, and secure storage.
• Maintain a clean, safe warehouse in line with regulations.
• Support periodic stock audits and cycle counts.
• Collaborate with dispatch to ensure accurate order fulfilment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good numeracy

Good literacy

Data accuracy

Ability to work with minimal supervisi

Flexibility to work extra hours

Tools

Forklift

Warehouse management system

Job description

At MacGregor Industrial Supplies, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding service to our customers across the North of Scotland. We are currently seeking a Goods in Operative to join our busy warehouse team.

This role focuses on receiving, inspecting, and processing all inbound stock efficiently while ensuring compliance with company standards and health & safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll be doing

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming deliveries – To ensure stock matches purchase orders and supplier documentation prevents errors and shortages that could impact operations.
• Accurately check for damages, discrepancies, and quality issues – To maintain quality control, minimise defective goods entering stock and ensures customer satisfaction.
• Record stock data in the CSD – Keeping accurate stock records prevents shortages, improves forecasting, and ensures smooth operations.
• Label and allocate goods to the correct storage locations efficiently – Proper organisation speeds up order fulfilment and reduces picking errors.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse and purchasing teams – Clear communication prevents stock discrepancies and ensures smooth coordination between departments.
• Operate handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet trucks – Safe handling of goods prevents workplace injuries and maintains efficiency.
• Assist in stock rotation, replenishment, and ensuring goods are stored securely – Proper stock management reduces waste and maximises warehouse space.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and comply with health & safety regulations – A clean and safe environment minimises hazards and ensures compliance with workplace regulations.
• Support periodic stock audits and cycle counts – Regular checks ensure stock accuracy, reducing discrepancies and losses.
• Work collaboratively with the dispatch team – Ensuring a seamless flow of stock between inbound and outbound teams improves customer service levels and delivery accuracy.

What we're looking for

• Previous warehouse experience (experience in a Goods In role is advantageous).
• Attention to detail to ensure stock accuracy and quality control.
• Good numeracy & literacy skills for recording and tracking inventory.
• Understanding of data accuracy and warehouse management systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when required.
• Forklift license (desirable, but training will be provided if necessary).

Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Incremental Annual Leave increasing with length of service.

Why Join MacGregor Industrial Supplies?

• You’re trusted to get on with the job
• No two days are the same
• You can build real skills and experience
• You’re part of something bigger than just the day-to-day

We’re a business built around people — our customers and our colleagues.

You’ll be joining a team where:

Our values guide everything we do:

Do the Right Thing | Be the Best | Customer First | Community Spirit | Future Focus

At MIS, we’re proud of the people behind our business and the culture we continue to build. If you’re looking to join a growing team where your contribution matters, we’d love to hear from you.

At MacGregor Industrial Supplies we understand that the key to our business success is our people. We have over 300 members of staff, across several different departments, divisions and branches. In addition, we are always looking for talented people to join our team!