Stores Assistant
Posted 3 days ago
- Hailsham, East Sussex
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Stores Assistant
Immediate Start in Engineering & Manufacturing Environment
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time | Competitive Salary | Permanent Position
Benefits: 25 days Holiday(+ bank holidays), 9% Pension, Stocked Free Cafeteria, Free Parking, Life Insurance, Private Medical, Occupational Health Checks, Flexible working.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a proactive and organised Stores Assistant to join a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. This is a key role ensuring smooth material flow and stock accuracy throughout production areas, while supporting overall efficiency and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Stores Assistant , your main focus will be supporting production cells by ensuring timely delivery of materials, accurate inventory control, and safe handling of goods. Your day-to-day duties will include:
Replenishing materials at Point of Use (POU) areas using kanban and bin systems.
Picking and kitting work orders and delivering them to the correct locations.
Receiving, booking in, storing, and dispatching materials accurately and efficiently.
Performing stock movements and daily cycle counting to maintain inventory accuracy above 98%.
Supporting lean initiatives including 5S, FIFO, and continuous improvement activities.
Assisting in the upkeep and development of supply chain systems and responding to replenishment signals.
Preparing, packing, and arranging collections for deliveries and supplier shipments.
Supporting the warehouse team with general housekeeping and safe handling practices.
Essential Skills & Experience:
To be successful in the Stores Assistant role, you will need:
Previous experience in a Stores or Materials Handling role.
Strong physical fitness, with the ability to carry out manual handling duties.
Basic computer literacy Outlook, Word, Excel.
Experience using ERP systems for inventory transactions.
A clear understanding of safe working and manual handling procedures.
Desirable Skills:
Experience in a fast-paced, pressure-driven team environment.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (5S, kanban, etc.).
Forklift license is an advantage.
Experience with cutting equipment or knowledge of export procedures is beneficial.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Personal Attributes:
We're looking for a Stores Assistant with:
High levels of motivation and a can-do attitude.
Team-player mindset with the ability to work independently.
Willingness to follow instructions and contribute to ongoing improvement.
Positive, adaptable, and cooperative approach to work.
If you're ready to bring energy and organisation to a critical role in the supply chain process, apply today and take your next step as a Stores Assistant in a forward-thinking manufacturing business.
TPBN1_UKTJ
Immediate Start in Engineering & Manufacturing Environment
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time | Competitive Salary | Permanent Position
Benefits: 25 days Holiday(+ bank holidays), 9% Pension, Stocked Free Cafeteria, Free Parking, Life Insurance, Private Medical, Occupational Health Checks, Flexible working.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a proactive and organised Stores Assistant to join a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. This is a key role ensuring smooth material flow and stock accuracy throughout production areas, while supporting overall efficiency and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Stores Assistant , your main focus will be supporting production cells by ensuring timely delivery of materials, accurate inventory control, and safe handling of goods. Your day-to-day duties will include:
Replenishing materials at Point of Use (POU) areas using kanban and bin systems.
Picking and kitting work orders and delivering them to the correct locations.
Receiving, booking in, storing, and dispatching materials accurately and efficiently.
Performing stock movements and daily cycle counting to maintain inventory accuracy above 98%.
Supporting lean initiatives including 5S, FIFO, and continuous improvement activities.
Assisting in the upkeep and development of supply chain systems and responding to replenishment signals.
Preparing, packing, and arranging collections for deliveries and supplier shipments.
Supporting the warehouse team with general housekeeping and safe handling practices.
Essential Skills & Experience:
To be successful in the Stores Assistant role, you will need:
Previous experience in a Stores or Materials Handling role.
Strong physical fitness, with the ability to carry out manual handling duties.
Basic computer literacy Outlook, Word, Excel.
Experience using ERP systems for inventory transactions.
A clear understanding of safe working and manual handling procedures.
Desirable Skills:
Experience in a fast-paced, pressure-driven team environment.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (5S, kanban, etc.).
Forklift license is an advantage.
Experience with cutting equipment or knowledge of export procedures is beneficial.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Personal Attributes:
We're looking for a Stores Assistant with:
High levels of motivation and a can-do attitude.
Team-player mindset with the ability to work independently.
Willingness to follow instructions and contribute to ongoing improvement.
Positive, adaptable, and cooperative approach to work.
If you're ready to bring energy and organisation to a critical role in the supply chain process, apply today and take your next step as a Stores Assistant in a forward-thinking manufacturing business.
TPBN1_UKTJ