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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ORCHARD FASTENERS LTD As a Warehouse Operative you will perform a range of useful tasks around the warehouse such as stock counting, moving boxes and communicating with the other staff to ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor levels of screws, bolts, nuts, nails, adhesives, and specialty fasteners, conduct regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Label and categorize stock by size, material etc.
• Track incoming and outgoing items, flag low-stock items with warehouse supervisor.
• Safely transport pallets between delivery bays and storage zones using a forklift.
• Load/unload delivery vehicles.
• Organize fasteners in high racking systems.
• Prepare and load customer orders.
• Verify order accuracy against packing slips before dispatch.
• Maintain delivery logs and liaise with drivers or couriers.
• Keep aisles and shelving clean and free of loose fasteners or packaging debris.
• Maintain safe storage of all items.
• Inspect racking systems and storage bins for wear or damage.
• Pick and pack orders with attention to detail-ensuring correct quantities, sizes, and types.
• Use protective packaging for sharp or corrosive items.
• Label boxes clearly for customers, including part numbers and batch codes.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Numeracy: Able to count stock accurately, read measurements, and handle basic calculations.
• Literacy: Read and understand delivery notes, job sheets, and product labels.
• Attention to detail: Spot differences in size, thread type, and finish.
• Organisation: Keep stock areas tidy and grouped logically by type, size, or job number.
• Manual handling: Safely lift and move boxes, often using trolleys or pallet trucks.
• Basic IT skills: Use warehouse software or spreadsheets for stock updates and order tracking.
• Communication: Work with trade counter staff, drivers, and suppliers to ensure smooth operations.
• Time management: Prioritise tasks and meet dispatch deadlines.
• Teamwork: Cooperate with colleagues in a busy warehouse environment.
• Health and safety awareness: Follow procedures for safe storage, PPE use, and handling.

Desirable Skills

• Previous warehouse experience would be an advantage.

Further Information

The Employer is: ORCHARD FASTENERS LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information. Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.