Warehouse Operative
Warehouse Operative
Wigan
8am to 4.30pm – Monday to Friday
£12.60 p/h
(all hours working over 8 hours per day is paid at time plus half)
Warehouse Operative
The Role
The Warehouse Operator is responsible for the day-to-day movement of goods and materials, including goods inwards, despatches, labelling, and transportation. This role also includes the preparation of orders and customer-specific requirements, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely, professional manner that reflects well on the company’s reputation. Additionally, the Warehouse Operator will assist in any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Directors.
Warehouse Operative
Main Responsibilities
Process orders and fulfill customer-specific requirements such as quality certificates, safety information, and product labelling.Ensure all activities comply with the company's policies on Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards, promptly reporting any deviations in writing to the appropriate parties.Track and record material movements to maintain accurate stock locations.Verify product conformity certificates before despatch.Apply necessary supply, transport, and product labels before despatch.Update internal systems with material/product information and movements.Report any incidents to management immediately using the designated reporting system.Accurately identify incoming raw materials.Allocate raw materials to production with correct stock rotation.Identify raw material discrepancies from picking lists and notify the Purchasing or Technical/Commercial Managers.Inspect returned raw materials from production and return them to stock as necessary.Collect product samples for quality control, R&D, and sales orders.Request batch sheets for testing or re-batching when required.Provide cover for the goods inwards process as required.Assist in resolving operational issues and contribute to implementing corrective and preventive actions.Ensure timely response to corrective/preventive actions.Perform any other tasks as reasonably requested by the Directors
Warehouse Operative
The Candidate
Previous experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or similar roles is preferred.Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes. Experience in order preparation, product labelling, and dispatch operations.Understanding and commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.Knowledge of safe working practices and the ability to identify potential hazards in a warehouse setting. Strong attention to detail when verifying product conformity certificates, labelling, and ensuring accurate stock movements.Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation. Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.Capable of managing multiple responsibilities, ensuring timely completion of orders and materials management.
Please contact Amy Laplace-McHugh at Winsearch UK for further information.
Amy Laplace-McHugh - amy.mchugh@winsearch.uk
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