Position Overview: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Operative to join our distribution team.
The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the efficient handling, storage, and dispatch of car parts to meet our customer demands.
The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Key Responsibilities: Receiving and Unloading Deliveries: Receive and check incoming deliveries of car parts, ensuring quantities and specifications match purchase orders.
Unload, sort, and organize parts using warehouse handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts).
Safely store parts in the designated warehouse areas according to company guidelines.
Picking and Packing Orders: Accurately pick car parts from storage locations based on customer orders or internal requests.
Ensure correct packaging of items to prevent damage during transit, adhering to specific packaging instructions for fragile components.
Label and prepare orders for dispatch, ensuring all relevant documentation is included (invoices, delivery notes, etc.).
Stock Management: Conduct regular inventory checks and stock counts to ensure accurate records are maintained.
Monitor stock levels of car parts and report low or excess stock to the Warehouse Manager.
Assist in organizing and managing the warehouse layout to optimize space and efficiency.
Distribution and Dispatch: Coordinate with couriers and delivery drivers to ensure timely and accurate dispatch of orders.
Prepare shipping documents and ensure all car parts are properly labeled with tracking information.
Load vehicles with outgoing car parts in a safe and secure manner.
Health and Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment by following safety regulations and procedures.
Ensure all equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) is used safely and maintained properly.
Wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
General Warehouse Duties: Assist in general warehouse operations, including loading and unloading vehicles, moving stock, and maintaining a clean working environment.
Support warehouse colleagues and management with additional tasks as needed.
Communicate effectively with team members and management to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
Requirements: Experience working in a warehouse environment, preferably in the automotive sector or dealing with car parts.
Basic understanding of car parts and automotive components is an advantage.
Forklift license (counterbalance or reach) is preferred but not essential.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, trolleys, and forklifts safely and efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling orders and inventory.
Good organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Basic IT skills for using warehouse management systems and scanning tools.
Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy items.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in car parts distribution or a similar role.
Familiarity with inventory management software or warehouse management systems (WMS).
Health and safety training or certification (e.g., Manual Handling, COSHH).
Working Conditions: Full-time, with standard warehouse shifts and the possibility of overtime during busy periods.
The role involves standing, lifting, and moving car parts throughout the shift.
The warehouse environment may require working in varying temperatures.
Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative.
BY APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE YOU ARE AGREEING TO OUR TERMS OF SERVICE WHICH TOGETHER WITH OUR PRIVACY STATEMENT GOVERN YOUR USE OF MORGAN MCKINLEY SERVICES.
Skills: Warehousing Organizing Planning