Store Operative

Wernick Group

  • Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Store OperativeWernick Buildings, a leader in the modular buildings industry, specialises in designing and constructing innovative and sustainable modular solutions across a variety of sectors. With over 90 years of experience, we are renowned for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.Are you organised, dependable, and ready to play a key role in supporting factory operations? We're looking for a Stores operative (Logistics) to join our team and help ensure materials are organised, stocked, and available efficiently and safely to tailor to the needs of our production lines, following a Just in Time (JIT) philosophy.If you're a motivated individual with a passion for logistics and operational efficiency, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become a vital part of our growing team!Key Responsibilities:Maintain stock levels and order stock through purchasing when required.Monitor factory production and plan material needs accordingly.Maintain cleanliness and safety in work areas.Conduct quality checks on stock and ensure materials meet technical specifications.Support the Site Materials Team Leader with daily material supply.Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure smooth operations.Raise and complete documentation for material movement, using our ERP type system.About the roleWhat We're Looking ForExperience:Experience in stock and material management.Familiarity with warehouse or factory material handling.Strong communication and organisational skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.Basic mathematical and IT competence.Desirable Extras:Counterbalance Forklift licence.Experience in construction or supply chain environments.Qualifications in stock control or procurement.Ability to work under pressure and meet time-critical KPIs.Why Join Us?Be part of a supportive and skilled maintenance team.Work on a diverse range of equipment and systems.Opportunities for training and career growth.Competitive pay and benefits.What You Will Get in Return:Competitive salary and bonus scheme.Generous holiday allowance (rising with service).Option to buy extra holidays.Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday.Christmas Shutdown.Early finish on Fridays.Group pension.Annual salary review each January.Life assurance of 2x annual salary.Personal accident insurance.Free onsite parking.Employee assistance programme.Training and progression opportunities.Family-run and well-established, secure company (trading 90 years).Open door policy.Cycle to work scheme.Employee referral scheme.Benefits scheme (discounted retailers).Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers.Direct communication with MD/CEO and staff satisfaction surveys.Equal Opportunities Statement:We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sectors of the community. If you require any special accommodations for your interview, please let our recruitment team know as soon as possible.Important Notice to Recruitment Agencies:Any unsolicited CVs sent will be at the agency's own risk and will be considered as 'gifts'. We have no liability for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly and accept unsolicited CVs as the default position. If recruitment agency assistance is required, we will contact them directly.The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.About the companyThe Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain's largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.Required Criteria
  • Experience in stock and material management.
  • Familiarity with warehouse or factory material handling
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Basic mathematical and IT competence.
Desired Criteria
  • Counterbalance Forklift licence.
  • Experience in construction or supply chain environments.
  • Qualifications in stock control or procurement.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet time-critical KPIs.
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