Introduction:
Our client, a manufacturing company based in Chandlers Ford, is currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Stores Person to join their team. As a Stores Person, you will play a crucial role in the efficient management of incoming and outgoing goods, ensuring timely delivery to both manufacturing teams and customers.
Role and Responsibilities:
Safety:
- Ensure safe movement, storage, and loading of products to prevent damage or defects
- Regularly inspect storage facilities, plants, and equipment to maintain safety standards
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in stores, warehouse facilities, and yards
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations and conduct relevant risk assessments
- Deliver safety briefings and promote 5S lean principles
Quality:
- Manage goods in, perform quality checks against purchase orders, and address any quality or quantity issues
- Ensure proper storage and protection of products
- Plan future storage capacity requirements
- Package and load outgoing goods as per specifications
- Deliver team briefings on company strategy, objectives, and performance
Productivity:
- Pick and deliver goods on time in full
- Monitor and review storage layouts to improve picking efficiency
- Coordinate dispatch to minimize bottlenecks
- Support stocktaking for accurate inventory control
Cost:
- Select the most suitable haulage options for outward dispatch
- Ensure goods are properly preserved and protected
- Manage warehouse spacing to minimize costs
Key Competencies:
- Building and leading teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience in a similar stores or warehouse environment
- A level or above qualification
- IOSH safety qualification or higher
- Reach truck license
- Counterbalance forklift license
- Good understanding of Microsoft Applications
Hours:
8am - 4.30pm (Monday to Friday)
Benefits:
- Salary up to £31,650 (DOE)
- Permanent position
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Potential for career progression and development
If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with experience in stores or warehouse management, we encourage you to apply now!