Warehouse Production Operatives
Gateshead Store
Interested in getting into one of the world’s major industries? Metal Supermarkets Gateshead is one of our long established and successful Stores and we are looking for two experienced Warehouse Production Operatives, you can work a shift based on 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm.
Known worldwide as The Convenience Stores for Metal, Metal Supermarkets has over 100 stores across the United States, Canada and the UK. We have been providing businesses and walk-in customers with quality customer service and products since 1985.
About the Opportunity
As Warehouse Production Operative you will be responsible for the preparation of customer orders ie cutting metal, drilling holes, packaging orders for despatch, etc, occasionally you may be required to make deliveries/collections in a 3.5 tonne drop-side truck. You will receive full training on the use of our equipment and understanding of metal. This is a great opportunity to get into the industry at the ground level with a growing company, learn the business and progress your career!
Responsibilities
- Collect metal from the Warehouse to prepare customer orders undertaking mechanical processes where required to meet exact customer specifications. Processes could include cutting, folding, drilling etc using mechanical equipment such as saws, hydraulic guillotine, box and pan folder, drilling machines, etc.
- Use Forklift to move/collect materials/product (FLT Training will be provided if needed)
- Receive, identify and stock incoming materials as required
- Advise Store Management of any requirements for maintenance and repairs eg for saws, forklift, etc
- Work in a safe environment at all times, perform daily safety and maintenance checks, ensure Warehouse is clean and organized
- Driving duties when required:
- Make small quantity metal deliveries to local industrial/manufacturing client base while maintaining an excellent level of customer service
- Collect larger orders from suppliers
- Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualifications/Experience
- 1 year of previous driving experience
- Valid Manual Driver’s License Category B
- Able to accurately use measuring instruments – ie tape measure and callipers
- Physically able to frequently lift/move metal product weighing up to 25kg
- Motivated and enthusiastic team member
- Excellent customer relationship skills
- Excellent English communication skills both verbally and written
- Able to work well under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Good attention to detail, reliable and good-timekeeping
- Forklift certified with experience an asset
- Metal, metal related product knowledge and/or experience working with metal processing machinery a definite asset
- Computer skills – MS office, etc a definite asset
This is what we can offer you:
- Wage £14.25/hr equivalent to £31,122 pa.
- Additional pension contributions/holiday options offered after 2 years.
- Full uniform provided including boots
- Shifts are:
- Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm and an additional shift every second Saturday from 8:00am – 12:00pm, or, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm and an additional shift every second Saturday from 8:00am – 12:00pm.
- Working 40 hours per week and up to 44 hours every second week with the Saturday hours
- Opportunities for advancement as we grow.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £31,122.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Warehouse: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing or Fabrication: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK Driving Licence (Manual) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
