Warehouse Operative
Wigan
8am to 4.30pm – Monday to Friday
£12.60 p/h
(all hours working over 8 hours per day is paid at time plus half)
The Role
The Warehouse Operator is responsible for the day-to-day movement of goods and materials, including goods inwards, despatches, labelling, and transportation. This role also includes the preparation of orders and customer-specific requirements, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely, professional manner that reflects well on the company’s reputation. Additionally, the Warehouse Operator will assist in any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Directors.
Main Responsibilities
* Process orders and fulfill customer-specific requirements such as quality certificates, safety information, and product labelling.
* Ensure all activities comply with the company's policies on Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards, promptly reporting any deviations in writing to the appropriate parties.
* Track and record material movements to maintain accurate stock locations.
* Verify product conformity certificates before despatch.
* Apply necessary supply, transport, and product labels before despatch.
* Update internal systems with material/product information and movements.
* Report any incidents to management immediately using the designated reporting system.
* Accurately identify incoming raw materials.
* Allocate raw materials to production with correct stock rotation.
* Identify raw material discrepancies from picking lists and notify the Purchasing or Technical/Commercial Managers.
* Inspect returned raw materials from production and return them to stock as necessary.
* Collect product samples for quality control, R&D, and sales orders.
* Request batch sheets for testing or re-batching when required.
* Provide cover for the goods inwards process as required.
* Assist in resolving operational issues and contribute to implementing corrective and preventive actions.
* Ensure timely response to corrective/preventive actions.
* Perform any other tasks as reasonably requested by the Directors.
The Candidate
* Previous experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or similar roles is preferred.
* Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
* Experience in order preparation, product labelling, and dispatch operations.
* Understanding and commitment to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
* Knowledge of safe working practices and the ability to identify potential hazards in a warehouse setting.
* Strong attention to detail when verifying product conformity certificates, labelling, and ensuring accurate stock movements.
* Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
* Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
* Capable of managing multiple responsibilities, ensuring timely completion of orders and materials management.
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