Parts assistant

Parts & Operations Assistant

Preston | Temporary to Permanent

Are you looking for a varied role where you'll be hands-on with products whilst also supporting day-to-day operations and administration?

Our client, a well-established Preston-based business, is seeking a reliable and proactive Parts & Operations Assistant to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is a practical role suited to someone who enjoys working with components and products, maintaining stock accuracy, preparing items for sale, and supporting operational processes. You'll spend time both in the warehouse/workshop environment and the office, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who likes variety in their working day.

The Role

Working as part of a small, supportive team, you'll be involved in the refurbishment, preparation, storage and sale of parts, whilst also assisting with administration, shipping documentation and supplier coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Refurbishing and preparing parts for resale
Inspecting, cleaning and processing components
Picking, packing and dispatching customer orders
Creating and maintaining online product listings, including eBay
Managing stock records and inventory levels
Ordering parts and materials from suppliers
Assisting with goods inwards and goods outwards processes
Supporting import/export and shipping administration
Processing documentation and updating internal systems
Handling customer and supplier enquiries via phone and email
Using SAP ERP software (full training provided)
Supporting general operational activities across the business

What We're Looking For

Experience with in a manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, production or operations environment
Comfortable carrying out both practical and administrative tasks
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
Ability to prioritise workload and work independently

Experience with stock control, parts handling or online sales platforms would be advantageous
Positive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn
Full UK driving licence

What's On Offer?

✅ Temporary to permanent opportunity

✅ Full training provided

✅ Varied role combining warehouse, operations and office-based duties

✅ Friendly and supportive team environment

✅ Opportunity to develop skills across logistics, inventory, sales and operations

If you're looking for a role where you can get involved with products, stock, dispatch and business operations whilst also using your administrative skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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