Parts assistant in Preston, Lancashire
Posted by Adecco
£13 – £14 an hour
Preston · Temporary
Parts & Operations Assistant
Preston | Temporary to Permanent
Are you looking for a varied role where you'll be hands-on with products whilst also supporting day-to-day operations and administration?
Our client, a well-established Preston-based business, is seeking a reliable and proactive Parts & Operations Assistant to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis.
This is a practical role suited to someone who enjoys working with components and products, maintaining stock accuracy, preparing items for sale, and supporting operational processes. You'll spend time both in the warehouse/workshop environment and the office, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who likes variety in their working day.
The Role
Working as part of a small, supportive team, you'll be involved in the refurbishment, preparation, storage and sale of parts, whilst also assisting with administration, shipping documentation and supplier coordination.
Key Responsibilities
- Refurbishing and preparing parts for resale
- Inspecting, cleaning and processing components
- Picking, packing and dispatching customer orders
- Creating and maintaining online product listings, including eBay
- Managing stock records and inventory levels
- Ordering parts and materials from suppliers
- Assisting with goods inwards and goods outwards processes
- Supporting import/export and shipping administration
- Processing documentation and updating internal systems
- Handling customer and supplier enquiries via phone and email
- Using SAP ERP software (full training provided)
- Supporting general operational activities across the business
What We're Looking For
- Experience within a manufacturing, warehouse, engineering, production or operations environment
- Comfortable carrying out both practical and administrative tasks
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
- Ability to prioritise workload and work independently
- Experience with stock control, parts handling or online sales platforms would be advantageous
- Positive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn
- Full UK driving licence
What's On Offer?
✅ Temporary to permanent opportunity
✅ Full training provided
✅ Varied role combining warehouse, operations and office-based duties
✅ Friendly and supportive team environment
✅ Opportunity to develop skills across logistics, inventory, sales and operations
If you're looking for a role where you can get involved with products, stock, dispatch and business operations whilst also using your administrative skills, we'd love to hear from you.
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