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. For full details, please contact Willis Global – Experts in Recruiting