Engineering Stores Operative

A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Storekeeper to join its friendly and supportive team.

This is a hands-on stores role within an engineering environment, responsible for receiving, checking, picking and issuing components, maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring the stores area is kept organised and efficient.

The Role

The successful Storekeeper will be responsible for:

• Managing deliveries into the stores, booking in incoming parts and checking goods received for quality.
• Picking components and parts required for machinery and production.
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and locating parts efficiently.
• Booking parts in and out of the stores system.
• Identifying and reporting stock discrepancies and shortages.
• Updating computerised stock records as parts are received and issued.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and organisation within the stores.
• Providing a professional and helpful service to colleagues across the business.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as required by the line manager.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an engineering or manufacturing stores environment.
• Experience using computerised stock control or booking systems.
• Good numerical and data-entry skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive approach with good problem-solving ability.
• The ability to work independently as well as effectively within a team.
• A forklift licence would be advantageous, although training can be provided.
• Experience using a pallet stacker would be beneficial, with training provided.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and reliable Storekeeper / Stores Operative / Warehouse Operative looking to join an established engineering and manufacturing environment.