Warehouse Operative – Goods In / Goods Out
Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
Salary: Circa £28,000 per annum
Hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm
Contract: Permanent, full time
Reports to: [Warehouse Manager / Shift Supervisor]
About the role
My client is looking for a reliable, hands-on Warehouse Operative to join our team in Cannock. You will play a key part in keeping stock moving, receiving incoming deliveries accurately and making sure outbound orders leave on time and in full.
This is a busy, practical role suited to someone who takes pride in accuracy, works well as part of a team and is comfortable in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Key responsibilities
Goods in
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Unload vehicles and containers safely and efficiently
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Check deliveries against paperwork and report shortages, damages or discrepancies
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Book goods into the warehouse management system (WMS) accurately and promptly
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Put away stock to the correct locations
Goods out
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Pick, pack and consolidate orders accurately to meet daily despatch deadlines
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Prepare and label pallets and parcels for collection
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Load vehicles safely and securely, ensuring paperwork is complete
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Check outbound orders for quality and accuracy before despatch
General warehouse duties
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Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet trucks and forklifts (training provided where required)
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Take part in stock counts, cycle counts and stock rotation
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Keep your work area clean, tidy and free from hazards
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Follow all health and safety procedures and wear PPE as required
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Support colleagues and cover other warehouse tasks as business needs require
About you
Essential
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Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment
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Good attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
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Able to lift and handle goods safely, and to be on your feet for the full shift
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Good communication skills and a positive team attitude
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Reliable, punctual and able to work a 7:00am start
Desirable
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Current counterbalance or reach forklift licence (FLT)
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Experience using a handheld scanners
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Knowledge of goods in and despatch processes
What we offer
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Salary of circa £28,000 per annum, depending on experience
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Consistent daytime hours, 7:00am – 4:00pm
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Pension scheme
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Free on-site parking
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Training and progression opportunities
