Your Challenge
This is an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse/Stores Operative to join our very busy team based in Hemel Hempstead. We are looking for a proactive and organized Warehouse Operative with strong knowledge of computer systems to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing stock, processing orders, and maintaining inventory systems using warehouse management software. The ideal candidate should have the ability to work independently, solve problems, and ensure the efficient operation of warehouse processes. We are looking for someone who will thrive in the stores environment and who is not worried about rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in!! If this sounds like your type and role, and you have the determination to develop and learn new skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. We want to hear from you. In the role you will be working as part of the APT Skidata team who deal with our parking arm of the business
You must live within a commutable distance of our office/stores in Hemel Hempstead Industrial Estate.
Your Challenge
You will be required to cover the core hours of the business between 0800 and 1700, Monday to Friday, on a rolling sift basis with the other operatives. As a Warehouse Operative, your main role will be to control the handling of all materials through the Stores area including and not limited to:
1. Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) or inventory software to track and manage stock
2. Process incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accurate data entry in computer systems
3. Independently pick, pack, and dispatch orders in line with company standards
4. Monitor inventory levels and assist in cycle counts and stock audits
5. Troubleshoot minor issues with warehouse software or equipment and report technical problems
6. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all transactions and activities
7. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
8. The receipt and inspection of all goods
9. Storage of stock by location
10. The issuing of stock against the appropriate documentation
11. Packaging goods for dispatch
12. Forklift driving (don't worry if you don't have a licence yet, we will provide the training)
13. Assist in workshop duties as required, both as general help and overall learning towards flexibility in both areas
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Your Profile
14. Proficiency with warehouse management systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), or other inventory software
15. Experience with IFS would be an advantage
16. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
17. Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently
18. Good organizational and time-management skills
19. Strong verbal and written communication skills
20. Previous experience in a similar warehouse role
21. Basic troubleshooting skills for computer and IT-related tasks
22. Experience and understanding of computerised stock control
23. Forklift driving licence (desirable, but not essential)
24. Ability to work both as part of a small team and unsupervised
25. Good communication skills
26. Positive “can do” attitude
27. Right to live and work in the UK at time of employment
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Your Benefit
As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, we actively run employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development and you will also receive:
28. 25 days holiday with bank holidays in addition
29. Your Birthday off
30. Overtime available
31. Employee discount portal
32. Generous employer pension contributions
33. Employee Assistance Programme
34. Life assurance