Warehouse Operative
Ballymena, Northern Ireland, gb
Job Description
Warehouse Operative
Permanent / Full Time
Working hours - Monday to Thursday (7am-4pm) Friday (6am-2pm).
Reports to - Supply Chain Manager
Salary - Starting salary commensurate with experience
Location - This role will be based at Rasharkin, Co. Antrim.
To ensure the efficient handling of materials by receiving, inspecting, and processing goods, maintaining accurate stock records, and supporting manufacturing through timely material issuance.
This role also involves safe forklift operation, data entry into the ERP system, and providing general departmental support.
About The Role
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES
Receiving, inspecting and processing goods in, including scanning and completing dispatch paperwork
Unloading of goods coming into the Company ERP System and organising storage with the safe operation of forklift.
Reporting shorts/discrepancies/quality issues with suppliers to the direct manager.
Maintaining accurate records of material and stock
Pick and pack goods for the manufacturing facility
Deliver materials to the shop floor in a timely manner
Suggest and implement continuous improvement initiatives throughout the stores department
Ensure stores are kept clean and tidy
Responsible for assisting the department with general operations as directed by your manager
Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are adhered to in all areas of the factory
Skills Needed
About The Company
Founded by Brian McCloskey in 1987, Woodland has established itself as one of the leading manufacturers of kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture. Over the years, we have partnered with some of the UK's largest retailers to manufacture design-led bathroom furniture to appeal to their customer base. Our contracts division also design and manufacture kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture for large-scale residential, student accommodation and hotel projects. From design through to installation, we meticulously manage our projects to seamlessly work in tandem with our contractors schedule. - We have over 30 years experience in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry.- 141,000 sq ft manufacturing facility- Considered one of the leading suppliers of both flat packed and rigid kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture- We look after every step of the journey, from design, manufacture to installationCompany Culture
Excitement and passion for our craft drives us to manufacture superior quality furniture.Creative design, workmanship and quality are the key ingredients to our philosophy at Woodland. We're always refining and improving our company, whether its new production techniques, design ideas - we never rest on our laurels.We’re not complacent or stagnant. We’re a progressive business, consistently striving to excel on performance year after year with the support of our people.As a family-run company, we have strong family values and care about the people we work with.Our values are about nurturing our employee’s unique skill sets and rewarding them for their hard work. Many of our employees have progressed through our personal development plan to advance their careers at Woodland.Desired Criteria
- Maths and English Language Grade C or above (or equivalent)
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of warehouse software packages and MS Office proficiency
- Strong IT Skills & knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint)
Required Criteria
- Ability to work in a fast environment
- Attention to detail
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time and attendance record
- Previous experience in a store/material handling environment or similar
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety
- Valid forklift licence and driving experience
Closing DateSaturday 10th May, 2025
