Warehouse Operative

Our client, a long-established family firm with a network of branches in the South and East of England, that supply machinery and services to the agricultural, construction and professional ground care machinery markets, are looking for a Warehouse Operative to be based at their branch local to Maldon, Essex.
On Offer:
* Full-time permanent role
* Working Hours: 39 hours per week – 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4pm Friday (1-hr unpaid lunch) Overtime as required, including Saturdays when needed (Overtime paid at time and a half on completion of 39 hours Monday to Friday, double time on Sundays or Bank Holidays)
* Immediate starts available
* Competitive salary – dependent on skills and experience.
* 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays)
* Workplace pension
* Life assurance (2 x salary)
* Country store staff discount
* Company sick pay scheme
* Flu jabs and employee referral scheme.
Main Purpose of the Role:
Reporting directly to the Groundcare Sales Office Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the Groundcare warehouse, ensuring the accurate receipt, storage and distribution of machinery, parts and equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* You will assist with stock control, goods handling and the distribution of products to our branches across East Anglia
* Transfer of stock to the showroom and goods inward areas.
* Assisting with stock checks and inventory control.
* Unpacking and accurately processing supplier deliveries and parcels.
* Loading and unloading supplier vehicles.
To be Considered:
* Previous warehouse or stock control experience is desirable.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and colleagues in a polite and professional manner.
* Forklift licence (desirable).
* Full driving licence.
* General computer skills, including the use of email and internet applications.
* Good numeracy and literacy skills.
* Strong attention to detail when recording and processing stock data.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* A team player, capable of working independently and as part of a team.
* Able to use initiative and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
* Maintain a good level of health and fitness, including the ability to lift items up to 25kg safely.
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