Warehouse Operative and Forklift Driver

Location: Poole, Dorset Salary: £29,000 DOE Job Type: Full-time | Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week – 1pm finish on Fridays

A well-established and respected manufacturer based in Poole is looking for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative and Forklift Driver to join their team on a permanent basis.

The company has over 30 years of experience within its specialist sector and is recognised for providing innovative products and solutions to their industry. With continued growth and an expanding product range, they are looking for an organised and hands-on individual to support their busy warehouse operation.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous warehouse or logistics experience who is looking for a stable, long-term position within a professional manufacturing environment.

The duties for the successful Warehouse Operative and Forklift Driver Receive incoming materials and goods in line with purchase orders Check deliveries and report any damaged, faulty or incorrect stock Identify and highlight stock shortages and discrepancies Pick and prepare customer orders for dispatch Pack pallet orders accurately and efficiently Support production with packing and goods-out activities when required Follow company procedures and maintain high standards of health and safety Assist with other reasonable duties to support the team and wider businessThe requirements to be considered for this Warehouse Operative and Forklift Driver role: Previous experience within a warehouse or logistics environment & goods-in/goods-out experience A clean driving licence & a valid counterbalance forklift licence Experience with stock control or working to productivity targets Van driving experience Experience using SAP or similar stock management systems Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a busy environment Able to use your own initiative and take a practical approach to problem-solving Reliable, hardworking and able to work well as part of a team Flexible and willing to work additional hours when required A positive, can-do attitude and ability to work under pressureBenefits: Competitive salary depending on experience Monday to Friday working hours 1pm finish on Fridays 25 days' annual holiday, increasing with length of service Free on-site parking Health Cash Back Plan Private Medical Cover Employee Assistance Programme Employee Volunteering Day Birthday vouchers Long service vouchersThis is an excellent permanent opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Operative and Forklift Driver who is looking for a varied role with a well-established Poole-based manufacturer. The successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of the warehouse, goods-in and stock management operations, apply with your CV today and Chelsea will call you