Warehouse Operator

Position: Warehouse Operator Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7BD (site based) Working hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday (40 hours/pw) Salary: Starting salary of £28,800 per annum + benefits Are you an organised and reliable warehouse professional who takes pride in accuracy, safety and keeping operations running smoothly? Do you have a valid Reach and/or Counterbalance license? We are looking for a Warehouse Operative to join our team at We Seal. You will play an important role in receiving, storing, picking, packing and dispatching goods, while ensuring our manufacturing teams have the materials they need on time. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy manufacturing environment, has strong attention to detail, good IT and administrative skills, and wants to contribute to a collaborative, forward-thinking company. Prime Objectives of the position To support business performance through the safe and efficient handling of goods, maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring materials and finished products are received, stored and dispatched to the required quality standards. The role uses our Warehouse Management System, Sage and other relevant systems to support manufacturing operations and customer demand. Benefits in addition to basic salary ✓ Family-owned business with great culture ✓ 25 days' holiday each year plus Bank Holidays ✓ Comprehensive Health Care Plan including Employee Assistance Programme (EVP) ✓ Development opportunities within the company ✓ 8% Company Contributory Pension Scheme ✓ Cycle to Work Scheme ✓ 2 days paid leave per annum for volunteering work ✓ Charity donation contribution scheme ✓ Discounted gym memberships ✓ Company Sick Pay Scheme ✓ Complimentary tea and coffee on site ✓ Complimentary breakfast items on site ✓ Free car park Key Responsibilities · Work safely and comply with Company health, safety, environmental, quality and BRC requirements. · Receive and put away goods from suppliers and production, checking for damage or missing items and escalating concerns. · Pick and pack customer orders accurately using the Warehouse Management System, with suitable packaging to prevent transit damage. · Book finished goods onto the Warehouse Management System and Sage, then store them promptly and correctly. · Supply raw materials and packaging to Production, Printing and Converting in time to prevent downtime. · Maintain accurate stock records and paperwork, including goods receipts, stock movements, material consumption and sub-product builds. · Complete regular inventory counts and support the annual stocktake. · Organise and book transport for UK and export orders using the appropriate carrier systems. · Load and unload vehicles safely, efficiently and in a timely manner. · Consolidate stock to make effective use of warehouse space. · Re-label and re-pack goods to customer specifications. · Complete pre-use checks for forklift trucks, vehicles and equipment. · Remove waste from Production and Converting using the correct waste streams, and keep all work areas clean and tidy. · Communicate professionally with internal teams regarding shipments, purchasing and quality matters. · Support audits and investigations into complaints or operational issues. · Suggest practical improvements to warehouse systems, processes and safe working practices. · Help train and guide new team members and provide reasonable cover when required. · Any other duties that may benefit a small enterprise.   Skills Knowledge and Experience Essential · At least two years' experience in a similar warehouse role, ideally within a manufacturing environment. · Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. · Experience using a Warehouse Management System or similar stock control system. · Experience of parcel courier and transport booking systems. · Good numeracy and literacy skills. · A conscientious approach with a high standard of safety and attention to detail. · Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain accurate system and paperwork records. · Knowledge and understanding of health, safety, quality and environmental requirements. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, physically active environment. Desirable · Valid Reach and Counterbalance Forklift Truck licences. · Experience using Sage. · Understanding of export orders and post-Brexit export procedures. · Manual handling training. · Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or BRC standards. Personal Competencies · Excellent organisational and time management skills. · Strong attention to detail. · Clear and effective communication skills. · Flexible, proactive and willing to learn. · A practical, improvement-focused mindset. · Reliable, self-motivated and determined to succeed. · Willingness to take on additional responsibility when required. · Personal workplace values aligned with We Seal Core Values: We are enthusiastic; we deliver on our promises; we go the extra mile; we are dynamic; we are one team; we care.