Warehouse Operative

Job Title:Warehouse Operative
Location: Cheltenham
Job Type: Full-time
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (possible overtime as required)
Salary: £26,000 per annum

For this role you MUST be able to drive and you MUST have an indate evalid forklift licence. 

Role Overview:

The Warehouse Operative will be responsible for overseeing the production and warehouse processes, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining a high standard of quality control. The role involves supervising the production line, operating machinery, performing quality checks, and ensuring smooth shipping and inventory control. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and be able to work in a high-pressure environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £26,000 per annum.
• Full-time position with regular working hours (Monday – Friday).
• Opportunity for overtime as required.
• A supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Access to company benefits and programs.
• Company pension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Oversight: Monitor and coordinate the production process to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Machinery Operation: Operate production machinery, including forklift trucks, to assist with the movement of materials and finished goods.
• Quality Assurance: Perform quality assurance checks and testing to ensure products meet required standards.
• Packaging and Labeling: Accurately fill, label, and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Maintenance: Clean and maintain machinery and production space to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Inventory Management: Track stock levels, packaging, and raw materials to ensure adequate supply and smooth production.
• Loading/Unloading: Ensure that goods loaded or unloaded from trucks match the relevant paperwork and are handled safely.
• Stock Rotation: Store and rotate stock according to established procedures.
• Safety Compliance: Follow workplace health and safety regulations when handling materials or machinery.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and work ethic.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25kg unassisted and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work efficiently in a collaborative setting.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of warehouse management systems and relevant software.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Required Qualifications:

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Valid Forklift licence (counterbalance OR reach truck).
• Proven experience working in a warehouse or production environment.
• Reliable mode of transportation.

If this role is of interest, please contact (url removed) today! RE Recruitment act as a recruitment agency on behalf of the company. If you don't hear back within 5 working days, please take this as an unsucessful application. 

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