Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Stores Person with advanced forklift capabilities and strong IT proficiency to join our client, a leading industrial steelworks in Scunthorpe. This critical role supports complex supply chain operations and inventory management essential to the continuous operation of the site. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, transitioning to a shift-based schedule following initial training. The role is initially offered on a temporary basis with the potential for permanent employment.

Key Responsibilities:

Specialist Materials Handling: Operate counterbalance forklifts (reach truck experience advantageous) to handle heavy industrial materials, ensuring adherence to strict health and safety regulations within a steelworks environment.

Logistics Coordination: Load and unload deliveries, ensuring accurate documentation, compliance with handling procedures, and minimal disruption to production schedules.

Inventory Management: Utilise advanced inventory management systems to conduct stock checks, verify goods received against technical specifications, and manage stock movements to support just-in-time operations.

Operational Efficiency: Maintain optimal organisation within the stores, implementing continuous improvement practices to streamline processes and enhance supply chain performance.

Autonomous Decision-Making: Work independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills to support unplanned requirements, respond to operational demands, and minimise downtime.   

What We’re Looking For:

Forklift Expertise: Proven ability to operate counterbalance forklifts safely and efficiently in a heavy industrial setting; reach truck experience desirable.

Technical IT Skills: Competent in using inventory management software, warehouse management systems (WMS), and Microsoft Office applications for real-time stock control and reporting.

Logistical Insight: Understanding of supply chain principles, including stock rotation, demand forecasting, and critical spares management.

Full UK Driving Licence: Clean, valid licence essential for on-site and off-site logistics support.

Proactive Approach: Ability to work unsupervised with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvements By applying for this role your details will be submitted to List Recruitment.  

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