Warehouse Operative (FTC Six Months)

Salary: £26,000 per year

We are recruiting for a warehouse operative role based in Kettering. The client provides a service to IT professionals within medium to large organisations. The client is looking for someone to ensure any stock movements are recorded correctly, both in and out, in line with daily deadlines. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, adaptable to change and happy to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products in the warehouse are clearly and uniquely identifiable and are segregated into Allocated Stock, Returns, Quarantine, and other areas as necessary
• To ensure all equipment/product is located and relocated correctly and that stores are kept clean and tidy, ensuring exits and fork truck roadways are clear
• To ensure all equipment/product is properly stored to prevent damage and in accordance with Insurance requirements To ensure company, local and international legislations are followed with regards to storage and shipping any items to and from the warehouse
• Fully investigate goods received with queries
• To load/unload vehicles
• Maintain the correct use of space to maximise efficiency To ensure that all incoming new product and outgoing products/equipment are received in correct quantity, quality and part/ number with necessary ancillaries and paperwork is checked and completed
• Ensure Health & Safety and Fire regulations are adhered to at all times with particular emphasis on manual handling and MHE requirements. Actively promote Safety, Health, Environment and Quality each day, every day
• To ensure that all lifting and manoeuvring of product is carried out in accordance with the with manual handling procedures
• Keep daily paperwork up to date
• Pick and Pack orders for despatch
• To work to agreed 5s standards
• To contribute to and actively promote an environment of continuous improvement
• Undertake any other ad hoc duties as required, which are deemed necessary to assist with the needs of the company

Skills and behaviours

• A knowledge of and interest in IT Supplies and Solutions
• Holder of a full UK driving license (Desirable)
• Holder of a Forklift license (Desirable)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Literate and numerate to a good standard
• Effective personal organisation and planning
• Logical and analytical approach Attributes
• Driven to achieve with a positive mental attitude
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach
• Is self-motivated and receptive to change
• Is creative, and uses own initiative whilst also paying attention to detail
• Is fair, consistent and unselfish
• Flexible approach to business requirements
• Possesses excellent communication skills and has the courage to address and resolve issues