Job summary
Stores person required near Southampton
Key skills required for this role
stores person, stock control, warehouse, forklift, logistics, counter balance
Important
Forklift licenses
Job description
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:
1. Ensure safe movement, storage, and loading of products to prevent damage or defects
2. Regularly inspect storage facilities, plants, and equipment to maintain safety standards
3. Maintain cleanliness and safety in stores, warehouse facilities, and yards
4. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations and conduct relevant risk assessments
5. Deliver safety briefings and promote 5S lean principles
Quality:
6. Manage goods in, perform quality checks against purchase orders, and address any quality or quantity issues
7. Ensure proper storage and protection of products
8. Plan future storage capacity requirements
9. Package and load outgoing goods as per specifications
10. Deliver team briefings on company strategy, objectives, and performance
Productivity:
11. Pick and deliver goods on time in full
12. Monitor and review storage layouts to improve picking efficiency
13. Coordinate dispatch to minimize bottlenecks
14. Support stocktaking for accurate inventory control
Cost:
15. Select the most suitable haulage options for outward dispatch
16. Ensure goods are properly preserved and protected
17. Manage warehouse spacing to minimize costs
Key Competencies:
18. Building and leading teams
19. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Required Skills and Qualifications:
20. Experience in a similar stores or warehouse environment
21. A level or above qualification
22. IOSH safety qualification or higher
23. Reach truck license
24. Counterbalance forklift license
25. Good understanding of Microsoft Applications
Hours:
8am - 4.30pm (Monday to Friday)
Benefits:
26. Salary up to £31,650 (DOE)
27. Permanent position
28. Opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
29. Potential for career progression and development
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