Stores Operative Stores

Job Description

As a Stores Operative, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of the Stores department by maintaining accurate stock records, supporting production requirements, and ensuring the timely receipt and dispatch of goods. You will be responsible for maintaining stock accuracy, supporting inventory control activities, and ensuring all materials are handled safely and efficiently.

• Carry out regular stock counts and cycle counts
• Investigate discrepancies and process stock adjustments accurately within the SAP system.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support effective stock control processes to ensure high levels of stock accuracy.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages, damaged stock, or inventory issues to support business continuity.
• Receive and accurately book in all incoming deliveries and materials using the SAP system.
• Safely unload and load HGV deliveries and customer shipments using a forklift truck where required.
• Pick, prepare, package, and dispatch high-value engine components for in house build, domestic and international air and sea shipments.
• Accurately book, locate, issue, and transfer stock within the stores to support production and customer requirements.
• Ensure all stock is correctly identified, labelled, and stored in designated locations following company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the Stores area to ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required to support departmental and business objectives.
• Comply with all Health & Safety, Environmental, and Energy policies, ensuring safe working practices are always followed. Support the Company's compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policies and best practices.
• Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
• Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.

• Previous experience working within a manufacturing or engineering stores, warehouse, or logistics environment.
• Experience of stock control, inventory management, and maintaining accurate stock records. Good computer literacy and experience using stock management or ERP systems to process inventory transactions.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining stock accuracy. Strong organizational skills with the ability to priorities workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance, good timekeeping, and a flexible approach to working hours.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience using SAP
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck license (refresher training can be provided if required).
• Experience of cycle counting and inventory reconciliation processes.