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Stores Assistant
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
Stores Assistant
Immediate Start in Engineering & Manufacturing Environment
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time | Competitive Salary | Permanent Position
Benefits: 25 days Holiday(+ bank holidays), 9% Pension, Stocked Free Cafeteria, Free Parking, Life Insurance, Private Medical, Occupational Health Checks, Flexible working.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a proactive and organised Stores Assistant to join a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. This is a key role ensuring smooth material flow and stock accuracy throughout production areas, while supporting overall efficiency and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Stores Assistant, your main focus will be supporting production cells by ensuring timely delivery of materials, accurate inventory control, and safe handling of goods. Your day-to-day duties will include:
* Replenishing materials at Point of Use (POU) areas using kanban and bin systems.
* Picking and kitting work orders and delivering them to the correct locations.
* Receiving, booking in, storing, and dispatching materials accurately and efficiently.
* Performing stock movements and daily cycle counting to maintain inventory accuracy above 98%.
* Supporting lean initiatives including 5S, FIFO, and continuous improvement activities.
* Assisting in the upkeep and development of supply chain systems and responding to replenishment signals.
* Preparing, packing, and arranging collections for deliveries and supplier shipments.
* Supporting the warehouse team with general housekeeping and safe handling practices.
Essential Skills & Experience:
To be successful in the Stores Assistant role, you will need:
* Previous experience in a Stores or Materials Handling role.
* Strong physical fitness, with the ability to carry out manual handling duties.
* Basic computer literacy – Outlook, Word, Excel.
* Experience using ERP systems for inventory transactions.
* A clear understanding of safe working and manual handling procedures.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience in a fast-paced, pressure-driven team environment.
* Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (5S, kanban, etc.).
* Forklift license is an advantage.
* Experience with cutting equipment or knowledge of export procedures is beneficial.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Personal Attributes:
We're looking for a Stores Assistant with:
* High levels of motivation and a can-do attitude.
* Team-player mindset with the ability to work independently.
* Willingness to follow instructions and contribute to ongoing improvement.
* Positive, adaptable, and cooperative approach to work.
If you're ready to bring energy and organisation to a critical role in the supply chain process, apply today and take your next step as a Stores Assistant in a forward-thinking manufacturing businessBefore You Apply
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