Stores Operative

The Stores Operative role is responsible for managing the day-to-day flow of materials, stock, and equipment within a the Stores distribution centre

Main Duties

-Goods inward and inspection: Receive deliveries, unload vehicle deliveries, check incoming items against delivery notes, and inspect for damage, shortages, or discrepancies.

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Stock control and management: Put away stock in designated locations, conduct regular stock takes/inventory counts, and update records using computer systems.

-Respond to customer queries in a timely manner and carry out internal postal and item delivery within the site.

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Picking,Kitting and packing: Select items from shelves based on orders or production requirements, pack goods accurately, and prepare items for dispatch via post or internal delivery.

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Material Handling equipment: Safely operate machinery such as pump truck, trollies and forklift trucks ( previous forklift truck license is desirable however training can be achieved at Mitie)

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Internal and External Liaison: Issue parts or materials to staff and colleagues, coordinate with couriers and drivers, and handle returns of faulty goods.

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Health and Safety: Maintain a clean, tidy, and secure stores environment while complying with safety policies and reporting equipment faults.

We are seeking a hardworking and dependable Stores Operative to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent attendance and punctuality, the physical stamina required for manual handling tasks, and the ability to use their own initiative to keep things running smoothly

Experience

Forklift truck license (desirable)

Previous warehouse experience or similar

Computer experience and Excel Knowledge