Stores Operative

HR GO Driving; Ashford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Ashford is seeking a Stores Operative to join their team. This full-time role offers £12.80 per hour. Responsibilities include operating Counterbalance and Reach forklifts, managing stock, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have valid FLT licenses and previous warehouse experience. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing and established business.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid FLT Counterbalance and Reach licences.
• Experience working in a stores or warehouse environment is required.
• Understanding of health & safety procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach FLT trucks safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload deliveries of finished goods and raw materials.
• Pick, pack, and move stock within the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate stock control and inventory records.
• Ensure products are stored correctly to prevent damage.
• Keep the stores area clean and organized.

Skills

Valid FLT Counterbalance and Reach licences

Previous experience in a stores or warehouse environment

Good understanding of health & safety procedures

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Tools

Counterbalance FLT

Reach FLT

Job description

Job Title: Stores Operative Location: Ashford (Due to location, own transport is essential) Salary: £12.80 per hour Job Type: Full time/permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00- 17:00

We are assisting our client in their search for a Stores Operative to join their growing team, this is a great opportunity to join a growing and well established business. The role requires proven experience operating counterbalance and reach forklift trucks safely and efficiently and performing general stores duties to support production and distribution.

Duties

• Operating Counterbalance and Reach FLT trucks safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading deliveries of finished goods and raw materials
• Picking, packing, and moving stock within the warehouse and stores areas
• Maintaining accurate stock control and inventory records
• Ensuring products are stored correctly to prevent damage
• Keeping the stores area clean, organised, and compliant with health & safety standards

Skills & Experience

• Valid FLT Counterbalance and Reach licences (essential)
• Previous experience in a stores or warehouse environment
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team