Warehouse Operative

WHY THIS ROLE IS VALUABLE

The Warehouse Operative role is vital in maintaining the seamless operation of a warehouse, ensuring efficient stock management, and minimizing downtime through swift troubleshooting and maintenance. By managing stock movements meticulously and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this position directly contributes to operational excellence and supply chain reliability. The operative's commitment to Health & Safety standards and audit readiness reflects a deep responsibility for the well-being of the workplace and compliance.

Additionally, their positive attitude and proactive approach play a crucial role in team engagement and morale, further enhancing productivity and efficiency. This role not only ensures operational fluidity but also acts as a cornerstone for fostering a collaborative and safe working environment, making it indispensable to the organization's success.

Please note that this is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract.

Forklift Licence is essential. 

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Ensuring stock control measures are completed and any variances are investigated and reported on.
• Ability to troubleshoot automated systems and support IT/Maintenance Departments to eliminate any downtime.
• Manage movement of stocks that are in transit to and from external warehouses.
• Undertake daily fork lift maintenance checks and charge unit at the end of each day.
• Promote and continue to keep alive the culture of continuous improvement, carry out Root Cause analysis and implement preventative measures for issues that arise.
• Ensure compliance with all company Health & Safety policies and be responsible for all Health & Safety issues in the warehouse.
• Ownership and accountability to be Audit ready at all times.
• Promote positivity and a can-do attitude in all your activities, promoting engagement and nurturing team spirit.
• Ad hoc duties to assist Operations when required.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• IT literate with good MS Office experience (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• M3 and BEC (Handhelds & Truck Mounts)
• Proven ability on counterbalance and forklift machinery and understanding of an Automated WMS system (strongly desirable).
• Previous warehouse experience.
• Ability to be proactive and reactive to site requirements.
• Root Case analysis experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage pressure individually and within a team.
• Work closely with Supply Chain to improve planning of resources and materials.
• Excellent communication skills required to engage with Operations and External Stakeholders.