Production Warehouse Operative

Job Summary: We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Operative to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of long-term loyalty to previous employers and possess the necessary skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires excellent organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and strong communication abilities to ensure seamless operations across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offload and load stock/products, including abnormal loads and lengths, ensuring safe and efficient handling.
• Distribute, store, and manage inventory, maintaining accurate records and finding appropriate storage solutions.
• Operate a forklift truck (FLT) if licensed, and use hand tools confidently.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to assist with inventory management and placement.
• Work collaboratively with various departments, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
• Maintain physical fitness to handle manual tasks such as putting stock away and organizing the warehouse.
• Multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment, meeting strict deadlines.
• Solve problems proactively and communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and reliability, becoming a dependable member of the team.

Qualifications:

• Proven long-term loyalty to previous employers.
• Forklift truck (FLT) license preferred.
• Experience in offloading abnormal loads and handling non-standard pallets.
• Valid driving license and own transport.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physically fit for manual tasks.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on own initiative.
• Experience in inventory management.
• Ability to read engineering drawings is favorable.
• Confident using hand tools.
• Highly detail-oriented and able to work to strict deadlines.
• Easy to get along with and a hands-on individual.

Benefits:

• Salary circa £25K
• Bonus Scheme - currently paying circa £6K per annum 
• Days only - Mon - Fri - 39 hours per week 
• Above average pension 
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a multiskilled role and likes to keep busy with varying tasks and can become a key member of the team.