Stock Control & Goods Inwards Operative

Owen Payne Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Stock Control & Goods Inwards Operative to join a growing team based in Bilston (WV14).

This is a 12-week temporary-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate, offering the potential for a long-term position within a successful and expanding company.

Job Overview:

Maintain accurate stock records and inventory levels through planned perpetual inventory counting, while supporting the Goods Inwards operation by checking, identifying, labelling, and booking in incoming materials. The role will also provide Gatehouse cover during the Gatehouse employee''s annual leave, ensuring the effective management of site access, visitors, deliveries and associated security procedures. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable, supporting the wider logistics operation as required while maintaining high standards of accuracy, organisation, communication and health and safety.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 15:45
• Friday: 07:00 – 13:00

Pay Rate:

• £14.38 per hour

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities – Other duties will be required!

1. Perpetual Inventory (PI)

• Carry out scheduled stock counts, ensuring accuracy and completion within required timescales.
• Maintain accurate stock identification, labelling, locations and storage.
• Report and assist with investigating stock discrepancies and anomalies.
• Support the PI Controller in maintaining inventory accuracy and good housekeeping standards.

2. Goods Inwards

• Check incoming deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes, verifying quantities, specifications and material grades.
• Identify and report delivery discrepancies, shortages, over-deliveries and damage.
• Label, book in and allocate materials to the correct storage locations using D365.
• Ensure delivery documentation is completed accurately.
• Liaise with Purchasing and Logistics to resolve issues and maintain an organised Goods Inwards area.

3. Gatehouse Cover

• Provide Gatehouse cover during annual leave, managing site access for visitors, contractors and delivery drivers.
• Maintain visitor, contractor and vehicle records in line with site security procedures.
• Coordinate visitor and delivery movements with relevant departments.
• Communicate site safety requirements and report any security concerns or incidents.
• Maintain a professional approach and ensure all handovers and administrative duties are completed.

Candidate Requirements:

• Counterbalance and Combi Forklift Truck licences preferred but not essential.
• Experience of stock control, inventory management or warehouse operations would be advantageous.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to count and identify materials accurately.
• Good IT skills and confidence using business management systems, particularly Microsoft D365.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies and report issues effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload priorities.
• Good organisational skills and a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to undertake manual handling activities.
• A flexible, positive and can-do attitude.
• Ability to deal professionally with visitors, contractors, drivers and colleagues.

Benefits (Agency):

• Weekly pay (PAYE)
• Free parking & onsite canteen
• Holiday entitlement & pension

Benefits (Permanent):

• Pension, bonus & life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Cycle to Work & SAYE schemes
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Interested?

If you''re an experienced Counterbalance Forklift Driver looking for your next opportunity, contact Owen Payne Recruitment today on (phone number removed) or apply online now.

This is initially a temporary assignment, with the potential for ongoing work depending on performance, reliability, and the client’s ongoing requirements.

Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this temporary vacancy.