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Stores Operative – Temporary to Permanent

Posted 23 May 2025
Salary £12.21
LocationBishop Auckland
Job type Temporary-Permanent
Industry Sector Technical
ReferenceJ139161

Job description

MTrec’s new career opportunity

Our client are specialists In their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Stores Operative on a an initial temporary basis with a view to it going permanent basis.

The Job you’ll do

  • Receive and process goods into stores, completing electronic goods-in procedures promptly.

  • Conduct basic inspections of goods received, checking against technical and purchase order requirements.

  • Assist with routine stock checks to ensure inventory accuracy.

  • Carry out local driving duties, transporting goods to and from suppliers and group companies.

  • Operate forklift trucks to offload deliveries and move materials within the facility.

  • Operate the steel saw and arrange billets as required.

  • Report any stock discrepancies to your line manager.

  • Perform daily yard inspections, ensuring waste is segregated and disposed of according to company policy.

  • Pack and despatch goods according to packing lists and timeframes, ensuring items are inspected and weighed.

  • Accurately complete all delivery notes, packing, and shipping documentation.

  • Enter customer information into the business system accurately.

  • Support general tasks in the despatch area, including stacking products, stocktaking, loading containers, and verifying order accuracy.

  • Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the facility.

  • Ensure safe working practices and compliance with company health, safety, and environmental policy.

  • Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

About You

  • The ideal candidate will have experience working within stores and despatch, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing environment, and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • They will be proactive and able to work independently, bringing a positive, hands-on approach to their work.

  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing demands, as well as the ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet deadlines, are essential.

  • Candidates should be IT literate and able to quickly learn new business systems, alongside demonstrating strong organisational and time management skills.

  • Relevant qualifications in stores, warehousing, or engineering would be an advantage, and GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable.

  • A valid, clean driving licence and a forklift truck licence are both required for this role.

The Rewards and the Benefits

  • Training and development.

  • Free on-site parking.

  • Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing company.

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.

  • The chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to innovation and excellence.