Warehouse Operative ​/ Forklift Driver

Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver

📍 Kent Science Park, Kent 🕒 Full-Time | Site-Based

We're looking for an experienced Warehouse Operative / Forklift Driver to join a busy warehouse and supply chain operation in Kent.

This role is ideal for someone with strong warehouse experience, excellent attention to detail, and a valid forklift licence who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for the safe movement, storage and distribution of materials and products, while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting day-to-day warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating reach trucks, counterbalance forklifts, stackers and electric pallet trucks
• Receiving and booking in deliveries from suppliers
• Loading, unloading and moving stock safely within the warehouse
• Picking, packing and distributing materials to internal customers
• Maintaining accurate stock records and inventory transactions within the ERP system
• Conducting routine cycle counts and supporting stock audits
• Supporting goods-in, goods-out and dispatch activities
• Ensuring all warehouse activities are completed in line with safety and quality standards
• Working closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when required.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Valid licences and practical experience operating:
  
  Reach Truck
• Counterbalance Forklift
• Stacker Truck
• Electric Pallet Truck
• Previous warehouse, logistics or stores experience
• Good computer literacy
• Experience using ERP, warehouse management or inventory systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage stock transactions and inventory records
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced operational environment

Desirable

• Experience with in pharmaceutical, manufacturing or regulated environments
• Understanding of inventory control and stock management processes
• Experience supporting shipping and distribution activities.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing and collaborative operation
• Stable, full-time position
• Varied warehouse and logistics responsibilities
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you're an experienced forklift driver with strong warehouse and systems experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered.